Core Insights - United Airlines is expanding its network by launching services to four new cities in Croatia, Italy, Scotland, and Spain for the summer season of 2026, pending government approval [1][2] New Routes and Services - United Airlines will be the only U.S. airline offering nonstop flights to Split, Croatia; Bari, Italy; Glasgow, Scotland; and Santiago de Compostela, Spain from its Newark/New York hub in Summer 2026 [2][8] - Flights to Split will commence on April 30, 2026, operating three times a week on a Boeing 767-300ER [2] - Services to Bari will start on May 1, 2026, with four weekly flights on a Boeing 767-300ER [3] - Daily seasonal flights from Newark/New York to Glasgow will begin on May 8, 2026, using a Boeing 737-MAX8 [3] - The first regularly scheduled service between the U.S. and Santiago de Compostela will start on May 27, 2026, operating three times weekly on a Boeing 737-MAX8 [4] Expansion and Capacity - United Airlines plans to offer daily flights between Newark/New York and South Korea starting September 4, 2026, on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner [4] - The airline has flown more flights to Tel Aviv than any other U.S. airline this year and will operate flights between Tel Aviv and both Chicago and Washington D.C. starting in early November [5] - United Airlines will continue to serve all nine destinations from its Summer 2025 expansion, which is the largest in the airline's history [6] Market Position - United Airlines will operate more than 850 daily flights to over 150 international destinations in 2026, including 41 destinations that no other U.S. airline serves [7] - The airline will fly to 46 cities across the Atlantic in 2026, more than any other airline, reinforcing its position as the flag carrier of the U.S. [7]

Core Points - Alaska Airlines is expanding its network with seven new routes connecting California and the Pacific Northwest starting in October 2025 [1][3] - The new routes include flights from Hollywood Burbank Airport to various destinations in Oregon and Washington, as well as seasonal services from San Diego to Sun Valley [2][7] - The airline emphasizes its position as the only global airline based on the West Coast, offering the most flights and seats between California, Washington, and Oregon [3] Route Details - New nonstop routes include: - Burbank – Eugene: Starting October 26, 2025, year-round, daily service [5] - Burbank – Pasco: Starting October 26, 2025, year-round, daily service [5] - Burbank – Redmond: Starting October 26, 2025, year-round, daily service [5] - Palm Springs – Santa Rosa: Starting October 26, 2025, winter service, 5 times weekly [5] - San Diego – Sun Valley: Starting December 18, 2025, winter service, 3 times weekly [5] - Boise – Ontario: Starting January 7, 2026, year-round, daily service [5] - Spokane – Orange County: Starting January 7, 2026, year-round, daily service [5] Aircraft and Services - The new routes will utilize the Embraer 175 aircraft, designed for short to mid-range flights, featuring 76 seats with no middle seats, onboard entertainment, Wi-Fi, and power outlets in First Class [5] - Alaska Airlines aims to enhance travel options for leisure and business travelers between growing markets in California and the Pacific Northwest [3][8] Market Position - Alaska Airlines is the largest carrier in several of the new route markets, including Burbank to Redmond and Boise to Ontario, and is expanding its service offerings to meet demand [8][9] - The airline is part of the Alaska Air Group, which includes Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air, and operates hubs in major cities across North America [9]