United Airlines

United Airlines will open a 54,000-square-foot lounge in Terminal B at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, part of a $2.6 billion Terminal B overhaul. The facility, billed as the largest in the Americas, seats about 800, includes an outdoor terrace, two full-service bars and buffets, and supports United’s role as a major Latin America connecting hub. The expansion reflects airlines’ broader push to grow lounge capacity to attract elite flyers, co-branded cardholders and day-pass customers. » Mere på cnbc.com

United Airlines lowered its full-year earnings outlook after forecasting fourth-quarter adjusted EPS of $0.50 to $1.50, below the $1.76 Wall Street estimate and implying 2026 adjusted EPS up to $7.22 versus prior guidance of $9–$11. The carrier expects fourth-quarter jet fuel to average $4.80 per gallon, up from $3.90 in Q3, a rise that is eroding margins despite strong demand. United reported Q3 adjusted EPS of $2.54 (vs. $2.57 expected) and revenue of $17.88 billion, with passenger counts up more than 2% year-over-year and higher domestic and international unit revenues. » Mere på cnbc.com

United Airlines will eliminate flight segments as a way to earn MileagePlus Premier status starting Jan. 1, 2027, leaving points (Premier qualifying points) from paid travel, award travel and eligible credit card spend as the only path. The carrier raised the Premier 1K requirement to 32,000 PQP from 28,000 while keeping Gold and Platinum points thresholds unchanged. Members must still take at least four United or United Express flights annually to be eligible, and United cardholders with status receive an automatic 5% head start toward re-qualification each new year. » Mere på cnbc.com