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On a side note, it is interesting that Richard Branson, only a minority owner in Virgin America because of U.S. regulations, played such a prominent role at the Newark festivities -- and in articulating Virgin America's threat to file an antitrust complaint.

Does United know something we don’t or is it just optimistic?

Coach travelers are looking forward to the trickle-down effect from business class: Could advances in business mean softer seats and smarter configurations in coach?

United is only one of many airlines that have been unable to execute their plans for growth, which were pinned on the Dreamliner’s promises of fuel-efficient long-distance travel.

It's the age-old debate: It's good for consumers if the airlines are healthy, but it doesn't feel too good when there are fewer flights and fares increase.

Priceline is the only major online travel agency selling American Airlines' ancillary services, and it will soon be doing so for United Airlines, as well.

What appeals to one traveler might not turn on another. What’s your favorite video from this week’s roundup?

By saying that it would be very tough for low cost carriers to compete, United's Smisek is almost making the antitrust argument that the legacy carriers have grown too large for the public good.

United is looking for the revenue boost, but has to be mindful of its many business and frequent flyers that will likely start whining when they have to wait behind a family in their ‘exclusive’ line.