Scott Kirby received US$32.3 million in total compensation for the 2025 financial year, making him the highest-paid airline CEO in the United States.
United Airlines CEO Salary
United Airlines (UA) CEO Scott Kirby has revealed seven books he particularly enjoyed reading this summer, covering hospitality, aerospace, history, anthropology, science fiction, and literature.
As CEO of one of the world’s most profitable airlines, Ed Bastian remains among the highest-paid executives in global aviation.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby was a card-counting gambler banned from Vegas casinos before transforming UA into a premium airline leader.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby shares how culture, transparency, and leadership are shaping UA’s next decade of growth.
United Airlines (UA) CEO Scott Kirby is facing renewed criticism online after several political commentators and social media influencers revisited earlier statements and policies tied to diversity hiring at the airline.
Below is a closer look at Bob Jordan, his professional background, and his salary package as of 2025.
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian’s fixed base salary is roughly US$991,000 per year, which forms just a small portion of his overall pay package.
United Airlines’ executive pay structure is performance-based and heavily tied to shareholder return, profitability, and long-term growth.
United Airlines (UA) CEO Scott Kirby marked Veterans Day with a bold message, declaring United “the best airline in the history of aviation.”