United Airlines pilots refused an air traffic control route that led through a severe thunderstorm on a flight from San Antonio to Washington Dulles. The crew raised the issue during taxi, and United dispatch backed their concern. ATC then allowed an alternative route, and the airline confirmed the flight landed safely.
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United UA219 returned to Chicago after a passenger reported a cracked windshield aboard its Boeing 787-10 during cruise.
United Flight 1681 returned to Las Vegas (LAS) after a reported hijack threat, prompting a police and FAA investigation.
Israel has barred Captain Sina Amjadian from its airspace following allegations of social media support for Iran and Hezbollah. The case raises questions about the evidence behind the decision, Amjadian’s employment status at United Airlines, and Israel’s expanding aviation security restrictions.
United Airlines withholds pilot Ibrahim Mossallam over Hamas attack comments and denies reports of cockpit monitoring by fellow pilots.
United Airlines pilot Ibrahim R. Mossallam returned to flying after the airline suspended him in 2023 over social media remarks describing the October 7 Hamas attack as “resistance by a brave people.” Later reporting and a 2025 court order point to his return, but United has not publicly explained the review that preceded it. The 2026 flydubai cockpit attack has renewed attention on how airlines assess warning signs involving flight crew.
United Airlines UA923 Boeing 787-9 deviated from its LAX departure route, prompting ATC to issue a pilot deviation notice.
United Airlines (UA) is facing a lawsuit from flight attendant Lisa Denson, who alleges that former United first officer Andrew Hill secretly recorded her, posted intimate images online, impersonated her, and stalked her after their relationship ended.
A United Airlines pilot was reportedly heard cursing at flight attendants over an open PA microphone during flight UA2023 from Cape Town to Washington Dulles.
United’s landmark pilot agreement continues to support industry-leading compensation, helping the airline attract and retain experienced pilots while supporting its ambitious fleet expansion plans.