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Apr 11
- Aviation officer who dragged passenger from United plane sues airline, former employer
  James Long alleges that he was unfairly terminated by his employer.
  
  Apr 11
Mar 23
- Bumped United passenger walks away with $10,000 voucher
  A woman received a $10,000 voucher when bumped from a full United flight.
  
  Mar 23
Mar 23
- Bumped United passenger walks away with $10,000 voucher
  For Allison Preiss, her travel experience ended much better than it began.
  
  Mar 23
Mar 20
- United Airlines suspends program for pets flying in cargo compartments
  The new rule will remain in effect indefinitely.
  
  Mar 20
Mar 20
- United suspends new reservations for pets in cargo hold
  After recent mishaps, United Airlines hits pause on its pet-flying business
  
  Mar 20
Mar 17
- Father, young daughter were ordered to get off a plane
  Southwest Airlines is taking heat for the incident after the scared toddler and her father were kicked off a flight.
  
  Mar 17
Mar 16
- United Airlines flight diverted after dog 'mistakenly' placed on the plane
  The dog has been "safely delivered" to its owner, the airline said.
  
  Mar 16
Mar 16
- United Airlines mistakenly flies Kansas City-bound dog to Japan
  United Airlines has started an investigation after workers accidentally flew a Kansas-bound dog to Japan, the airline confirms.
  
  Mar 16
Mar 14
- United Airlines vows to make changes after puppy dies in overhead bin
  The airline apologized today for sending a dog bound for Kansas City to Japan.
  
  Mar 14
Feb 28
- United flight diverted because of smoke in cockpit
  Both United and the FAA said they would investigate the matter.
  
  Feb 28
Feb 14
- Passengers recall 'horrible' moment when United plane engine fell apart in midair
  'I thought we were going to die," one passenger said.
  
  Feb 14
Dec 27
- United apologizes for seat snafu involving congresswoman
  Jean-Marie Simon says the airline gave her first-class seat to Texas Democrat Sheila Jackson.
  
  Dec 27
Nov 27
- United flight diverted to London over reported medical emergency
  Those who requested assistance have since been released, the airline said.
  
  Nov 27
Nov 8
- Final flight of the 747 jet on United Airlines marks end of an era
  By year's end, all domestic carriers are expected to have retired the jumbo jet.
  
  Nov 8
Oct 17
- 2 officers fired in connection with dragging doctor off United flight
  In a now-viral video, officers dragged Dr. David Dao off a United flight.
  
  Oct 17
Aug 8
- Dog dies on United flight after long delay, family says
  United Airlines apologized and is investigating the incident.
  
  Aug 8
Aug 8
- Family says dog died on delayed flight stuck on tarmac
  According to a family's Facebook post, Lulu, a 5-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who was loaded in the cargo section of a United flight from Houston to San Francisco was dead when they went to pick her up following a two-hour delay on the ground.
  
  Aug 8
Aug 2
- Passenger allegedly gropes teenage girl on United flight
  "That's not cool," a flight attendant reportedly told her.
  
  Aug 2
Jul 13
- Mom who says baby was overheated on United flight speaks out
  Emily France said she thought she was going to lose her 4-month-old son "in my arms" when, she says, her son became overheated on a United flight grounded on the tarmac during a summer heat wave.
  
  Jul 13
Jul 6
- United Airlines forces 2-year-old from his paid seat
  The mother was forced to hold her son on her lap for a three-and-a-half hour flight after the airline gave away her son's seat to a standby passenger.
  
  Jul 6
Jul 6
- United Airlines gives away toddler's seat, forces mom to hold him during flight
  The airline apologized to the woman and offered a refund and compensation.
  
  Jul 6
Jul 6
- United Airlines gives away toddler's seat, forces mom to carry him during flight
  Shirley Yamauchi said United Airlines gave a standby customer the seat she purchased for her 2-year-old son, forcing her to carry the boy on her lap during a flight from Houston to Boston.
  
  Jul 6
Jun 29
- Mom angered with United Airlines after she says baby overheated during tarmac delay
  She says it took United too long to get her and her infant off the aircraft.
  
  Jun 29
Jun 20
- Over a dozen people injured on United Airlines flight due to turbulence
  A United Airlines flight traveling from Panama City, Panama, to Houston, Texas, experienced turbulence, sending passengers and a crew member to the hospital.
  
  Jun 20
Jun 1
- Emergency on a United Airlines flight after the jet strikes a bird on takeoff
  The plane returned to Chicago's O'Hare airport after losing an engine.
  
  Jun 1
May 31
- United operated plane not in 'airworthy condition' 23 times, FAA says
  The airline is being threatened with a $435,000 fine.
  
  May 31
May 24
- United Airlines aircraft's engine catches fire, prompting Newark Airport's temporary closure
  Passengers on the United aircraft were evacuated via a chute.
  
  May 24
May 9
- Owners of giant rabbit threaten to sue United over its death
  "his death goes beyond the life of one single giant rabbit," said an attorney.
  
  May 9
May 2
- United CEO Oscar Munoz promises DC lawmakers, 'We will do better'
  Industry leaders grilled on Capitol Hill after a series of customer run-ins.
  
  May 2
May 2
- United CEO to Congress: 'We failed' our customers and company
  Oscar Munoz apologized for his immediate response to the incident involving United passenger David Dao.
  
  May 2
Apr 28
- United Airlines CEO to testify on Capitol Hill Tuesday after doctor dragged off flight
  The airline reached a settlement with a roughed-up passenger on this week.
  
  Apr 28
Apr 28
- United Airlines reaches settlement with passenger who was dragged off plane
  The airline announces new policies, including payment of up to $10,000 to passengers who are overbooked.
  
  Apr 28
Apr 28
- United Airlines settles with passenger dragged from flight
  United did not disclose the terms of its settlement with Dr. David Dao, the passenger who was seen on video being violently removed from a flight.
  
  Apr 28
Apr 27
- United CEO releases video message
  "This is just the beginning of how we earn back your trust," Oscar Munoz, CEO of United Airlines, said in a video apology.
  
  Apr 27
Apr 27
- More details emerge from internal report on United flight dustup
  The airline is instituting yearly training for gate agents, among other changes.
  
  Apr 27
Apr 27
- United investigating giant rabbit's death after trans-Atlantic flight
  The bunny was being shipped to a celebrity who was not named, its breeder said.
  
  Apr 27
Apr 26
- New video from United flight of passenger who was dragged from his seat
  According to the police report on the confrontation, the officers who pulled David Dao from his seat said he was responsible for his broken nose and lost teeth.
  
  Apr 26
Apr 25
- Incident report says doctor fought with officers before being pulled off United flight
  Dr. Dao was physically and verbally combative on flight, aviation officer says.
  
  Apr 25
Apr 25
- New video reveals moments before passenger was dragged off United flight
  Also, a newly released police report claims an officer lost hold of a flailing Dao while officers tried to remove him from the plane.
  
  Apr 25
Apr 24
- Lawyer: Doctor dragged from United flight planning legal action
  His lawyer will also represent the woman in a recent American Airlines incident.
  
  Apr 24
Apr 17
- Dao video a 'watershed moment' for United, embattled CEO says
  After being widely criticized for his initial response to the incident, United's CEO is acknowledging that the Dao video represents a "watershed moment" for the airline.
  
  Apr 17
Apr 17
- United Airlines issues new rules to employees for dealing with bumped passengers from overbooked flights
  Airline crews must now be booked on a flight at least an hour prior to departure to avoid bumping passengers at the last minute.
  
  Apr 17
Apr 17
- After Dao video, passengers complain of being booted en route to their wedding
  Two people en route to their wedding told ABC affiliate KHOU that United kicked them off a flight to Costa Rica after they moved to different seats.
  
  Apr 17
Apr 17
- Houston couple complains they were booted from United flight
  Michael Hohl and his fiance were en route to their wedding in Costa Rica.
  
  Apr 17
Apr 17
- United Airlines begins policy changes amid continued backlash
  The airline has started to change its policies after its forcible removal of Dr. David Dao from a flight led more customers to come forward claiming they were unjustly removed from past United flights.
  
  Apr 17
Apr 17
- Couple booted from United flight in Houston
  A couple flying to Costa Rica for their wedding later this week were removed from a United Airlines flight in Houston for not following crew instructions
  
  Apr 17
Apr 14
- United flight incident would be 'unacceptable' in Canada, government minister warns
  The Canadian minister made his remarks in a letter to airline chiefs.
  
  Apr 14
Apr 14
- United Airlines passenger's daughter, attorney describe his injuries
  The daughter of Dr. David Dao, who was caught on camera being dragged off a flight, said his family was "horrified," while Dao's attorney said he suffered injuries that may require surgery.
  
  Apr 14
Apr 14
- United Airlines passenger stung by apparent scorpion on flight to Canada last week
  Physicians told the in-flight crew that the sting was not life-threatening.
  
  Apr 14

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Aviation officer who dragged passenger from United plane sues airline, former employer James Long alleges that he was unfairly terminated by his employer. Apr 11

Bumped United passenger walks away with $10,000 voucher A woman received a $10,000 voucher when bumped from a full United flight. Mar 23

Bumped United passenger walks away with $10,000 voucher For Allison Preiss, her travel experience ended much better than it began. Mar 23

United Airlines suspends program for pets flying in cargo compartments The new rule will remain in effect indefinitely. Mar 20

United suspends new reservations for pets in cargo hold After recent mishaps, United Airlines hits pause on its pet-flying business Mar 20

Father, young daughter were ordered to get off a plane Southwest Airlines is taking heat for the incident after the scared toddler and her father were kicked off a flight. Mar 17

United Airlines flight diverted after dog 'mistakenly' placed on the plane The dog has been "safely delivered" to its owner, the airline said. Mar 16

United Airlines mistakenly flies Kansas City-bound dog to Japan United Airlines has started an investigation after workers accidentally flew a Kansas-bound dog to Japan, the airline confirms. Mar 16

United Airlines vows to make changes after puppy dies in overhead bin The airline apologized today for sending a dog bound for Kansas City to Japan. Mar 14

United flight diverted because of smoke in cockpit Both United and the FAA said they would investigate the matter. Feb 28

Passengers recall 'horrible' moment when United plane engine fell apart in midair 'I thought we were going to die," one passenger said. Feb 14

United apologizes for seat snafu involving congresswoman Jean-Marie Simon says the airline gave her first-class seat to Texas Democrat Sheila Jackson. Dec 27

United flight diverted to London over reported medical emergency Those who requested assistance have since been released, the airline said. Nov 27

Final flight of the 747 jet on United Airlines marks end of an era By year's end, all domestic carriers are expected to have retired the jumbo jet. Nov 8

2 officers fired in connection with dragging doctor off United flight In a now-viral video, officers dragged Dr. David Dao off a United flight. Oct 17

Dog dies on United flight after long delay, family says United Airlines apologized and is investigating the incident. Aug 8

Passenger allegedly gropes teenage girl on United flight "That's not cool," a flight attendant reportedly told her. Aug 2

Mom who says baby was overheated on United flight speaks out Emily France said she thought she was going to lose her 4-month-old son "in my arms" when, she says, her son became overheated on a United flight grounded on the tarmac during a summer heat wave. Jul 13

United Airlines forces 2-year-old from his paid seat The mother was forced to hold her son on her lap for a three-and-a-half hour flight after the airline gave away her son's seat to a standby passenger. Jul 6

United Airlines gives away toddler's seat, forces mom to hold him during flight The airline apologized to the woman and offered a refund and compensation. Jul 6

United Airlines gives away toddler's seat, forces mom to carry him during flight Shirley Yamauchi said United Airlines gave a standby customer the seat she purchased for her 2-year-old son, forcing her to carry the boy on her lap during a flight from Houston to Boston. Jul 6

Mom angered with United Airlines after she says baby overheated during tarmac delay She says it took United too long to get her and her infant off the aircraft. Jun 29

Over a dozen people injured on United Airlines flight due to turbulence A United Airlines flight traveling from Panama City, Panama, to Houston, Texas, experienced turbulence, sending passengers and a crew member to the hospital. Jun 20

Emergency on a United Airlines flight after the jet strikes a bird on takeoff The plane returned to Chicago's O'Hare airport after losing an engine. Jun 1

United operated plane not in 'airworthy condition' 23 times, FAA says The airline is being threatened with a $435,000 fine. May 31

United Airlines aircraft's engine catches fire, prompting Newark Airport's temporary closure Passengers on the United aircraft were evacuated via a chute. May 24

Owners of giant rabbit threaten to sue United over its death "his death goes beyond the life of one single giant rabbit," said an attorney. May 9

United CEO Oscar Munoz promises DC lawmakers, 'We will do better' Industry leaders grilled on Capitol Hill after a series of customer run-ins. May 2

United CEO to Congress: 'We failed' our customers and company Oscar Munoz apologized for his immediate response to the incident involving United passenger David Dao. May 2

United Airlines CEO to testify on Capitol Hill Tuesday after doctor dragged off flight The airline reached a settlement with a roughed-up passenger on this week. Apr 28

United Airlines reaches settlement with passenger who was dragged off plane The airline announces new policies, including payment of up to $10,000 to passengers who are overbooked. Apr 28

United Airlines settles with passenger dragged from flight United did not disclose the terms of its settlement with Dr. David Dao, the passenger who was seen on video being violently removed from a flight. Apr 28

United CEO releases video message "This is just the beginning of how we earn back your trust," Oscar Munoz, CEO of United Airlines, said in a video apology. Apr 27

More details emerge from internal report on United flight dustup The airline is instituting yearly training for gate agents, among other changes. Apr 27

United investigating giant rabbit's death after trans-Atlantic flight The bunny was being shipped to a celebrity who was not named, its breeder said. Apr 27

New video from United flight of passenger who was dragged from his seat According to the police report on the confrontation, the officers who pulled David Dao from his seat said he was responsible for his broken nose and lost teeth. Apr 26

Incident report says doctor fought with officers before being pulled off United flight Dr. Dao was physically and verbally combative on flight, aviation officer says. Apr 25

New video reveals moments before passenger was dragged off United flight Also, a newly released police report claims an officer lost hold of a flailing Dao while officers tried to remove him from the plane. Apr 25

Lawyer: Doctor dragged from United flight planning legal action His lawyer will also represent the woman in a recent American Airlines incident. Apr 24

Dao video a 'watershed moment' for United, embattled CEO says After being widely criticized for his initial response to the incident, United's CEO is acknowledging that the Dao video represents a "watershed moment" for the airline. Apr 17

United Airlines issues new rules to employees for dealing with bumped passengers from overbooked flights Airline crews must now be booked on a flight at least an hour prior to departure to avoid bumping passengers at the last minute. Apr 17

After Dao video, passengers complain of being booted en route to their wedding Two people en route to their wedding told ABC affiliate KHOU that United kicked them off a flight to Costa Rica after they moved to different seats. Apr 17

Houston couple complains they were booted from United flight Michael Hohl and his fiance were en route to their wedding in Costa Rica. Apr 17

United Airlines begins policy changes amid continued backlash The airline has started to change its policies after its forcible removal of Dr. David Dao from a flight led more customers to come forward claiming they were unjustly removed from past United flights. Apr 17

Couple booted from United flight in Houston A couple flying to Costa Rica for their wedding later this week were removed from a United Airlines flight in Houston for not following crew instructions Apr 17

United flight incident would be 'unacceptable' in Canada, government minister warns The Canadian minister made his remarks in a letter to airline chiefs. Apr 14

United Airlines passenger's daughter, attorney describe his injuries The daughter of Dr. David Dao, who was caught on camera being dragged off a flight, said his family was "horrified," while Dao's attorney said he suffered injuries that may require surgery. Apr 14

United Airlines passenger stung by apparent scorpion on flight to Canada last week Physicians told the in-flight crew that the sting was not life-threatening. Apr 14

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Follow the latest United Airlines news, videos, and analysis from ABC News.

Aviation officer who dragged passenger from United plane sues airline, former employer
James Long alleges that he was unfairly terminated by his employer.

Apr 11

Bumped United passenger walks away with $10,000 voucher
A woman received a $10,000 voucher when bumped from a full United flight.

Mar 23

Bumped United passenger walks away with $10,000 voucher
For Allison Preiss, her travel experience ended much better than it began.

Mar 23

United Airlines suspends program for pets flying in cargo compartments
The new rule will remain in effect indefinitely.

Mar 20

United suspends new reservations for pets in cargo hold
After recent mishaps, United Airlines hits pause on its pet-flying business

Mar 20

Father, young daughter were ordered to get off a plane
Southwest Airlines is taking heat for the incident after the scared toddler and her father were kicked off a flight.

Mar 17

United Airlines flight diverted after dog 'mistakenly' placed on the plane
The dog has been "safely delivered" to its owner, the airline said.

Mar 16

United Airlines mistakenly flies Kansas City-bound dog to Japan
United Airlines has started an investigation after workers accidentally flew a Kansas-bound dog to Japan, the airline confirms.

Mar 16

United Airlines vows to make changes after puppy dies in overhead bin
The airline apologized today for sending a dog bound for Kansas City to Japan.

Mar 14

United flight diverted because of smoke in cockpit
Both United and the FAA said they would investigate the matter.

Feb 28

Passengers recall 'horrible' moment when United plane engine fell apart in midair
'I thought we were going to die," one passenger said.

Feb 14

United apologizes for seat snafu involving congresswoman
Jean-Marie Simon says the airline gave her first-class seat to Texas Democrat Sheila Jackson.

Dec 27

United flight diverted to London over reported medical emergency
Those who requested assistance have since been released, the airline said.

Nov 27

Final flight of the 747 jet on United Airlines marks end of an era
By year's end, all domestic carriers are expected to have retired the jumbo jet.

Nov 8

2 officers fired in connection with dragging doctor off United flight
In a now-viral video, officers dragged Dr. David Dao off a United flight.

Oct 17

Dog dies on United flight after long delay, family says
United Airlines apologized and is investigating the incident.

Aug 8

Passenger allegedly gropes teenage girl on United flight
"That's not cool," a flight attendant reportedly told her.

Aug 2

Mom who says baby was overheated on United flight speaks out
Emily France said she thought she was going to lose her 4-month-old son "in my arms" when, she says, her son became overheated on a United flight grounded on the tarmac during a summer heat wave.

Jul 13

United Airlines forces 2-year-old from his paid seat
The mother was forced to hold her son on her lap for a three-and-a-half hour flight after the airline gave away her son's seat to a standby passenger.

Jul 6

United Airlines gives away toddler's seat, forces mom to hold him during flight
The airline apologized to the woman and offered a refund and compensation.

Jul 6

United Airlines gives away toddler's seat, forces mom to carry him during flight
Shirley Yamauchi said United Airlines gave a standby customer the seat she purchased for her 2-year-old son, forcing her to carry the boy on her lap during a flight from Houston to Boston.

Jul 6

Mom angered with United Airlines after she says baby overheated during tarmac delay
She says it took United too long to get her and her infant off the aircraft.

Jun 29

Over a dozen people injured on United Airlines flight due to turbulence
A United Airlines flight traveling from Panama City, Panama, to Houston, Texas, experienced turbulence, sending passengers and a crew member to the hospital.

Jun 20

Emergency on a United Airlines flight after the jet strikes a bird on takeoff
The plane returned to Chicago's O'Hare airport after losing an engine.

Jun 1

United operated plane not in 'airworthy condition' 23 times, FAA says
The airline is being threatened with a $435,000 fine.

May 31

United Airlines aircraft's engine catches fire, prompting Newark Airport's temporary closure
Passengers on the United aircraft were evacuated via a chute.

May 24

Owners of giant rabbit threaten to sue United over its death
"his death goes beyond the life of one single giant rabbit," said an attorney.

May 9

United CEO Oscar Munoz promises DC lawmakers, 'We will do better'
Industry leaders grilled on Capitol Hill after a series of customer run-ins.

May 2

United CEO to Congress: 'We failed' our customers and company
Oscar Munoz apologized for his immediate response to the incident involving United passenger David Dao.

May 2

United Airlines CEO to testify on Capitol Hill Tuesday after doctor dragged off flight
The airline reached a settlement with a roughed-up passenger on this week.

Apr 28

United Airlines reaches settlement with passenger who was dragged off plane
The airline announces new policies, including payment of up to $10,000 to passengers who are overbooked.

Apr 28

United Airlines settles with passenger dragged from flight
United did not disclose the terms of its settlement with Dr. David Dao, the passenger who was seen on video being violently removed from a flight.

Apr 28

United CEO releases video message
"This is just the beginning of how we earn back your trust," Oscar Munoz, CEO of United Airlines, said in a video apology.

Apr 27

More details emerge from internal report on United flight dustup
The airline is instituting yearly training for gate agents, among other changes.

Apr 27

United investigating giant rabbit's death after trans-Atlantic flight
The bunny was being shipped to a celebrity who was not named, its breeder said.

Apr 27

New video from United flight of passenger who was dragged from his seat
According to the police report on the confrontation, the officers who pulled David Dao from his seat said he was responsible for his broken nose and lost teeth.

Apr 26

Incident report says doctor fought with officers before being pulled off United flight
Dr. Dao was physically and verbally combative on flight, aviation officer says.

Apr 25

New video reveals moments before passenger was dragged off United flight
Also, a newly released police report claims an officer lost hold of a flailing Dao while officers tried to remove him from the plane.

Apr 25

Lawyer: Doctor dragged from United flight planning legal action
His lawyer will also represent the woman in a recent American Airlines incident.

Apr 24

Dao video a 'watershed moment' for United, embattled CEO says
After being widely criticized for his initial response to the incident, United's CEO is acknowledging that the Dao video represents a "watershed moment" for the airline.

Apr 17

United Airlines issues new rules to employees for dealing with bumped passengers from overbooked flights
Airline crews must now be booked on a flight at least an hour prior to departure to avoid bumping passengers at the last minute.

Apr 17

After Dao video, passengers complain of being booted en route to their wedding
Two people en route to their wedding told ABC affiliate KHOU that United kicked them off a flight to Costa Rica after they moved to different seats.

Apr 17

Houston couple complains they were booted from United flight
Michael Hohl and his fiance were en route to their wedding in Costa Rica.

Apr 17

United Airlines begins policy changes amid continued backlash
The airline has started to change its policies after its forcible removal of Dr. David Dao from a flight led more customers to come forward claiming they were unjustly removed from past United flights.

Apr 17

Couple booted from United flight in Houston
A couple flying to Costa Rica for their wedding later this week were removed from a United Airlines flight in Houston for not following crew instructions

Apr 17

United flight incident would be 'unacceptable' in Canada, government minister warns
The Canadian minister made his remarks in a letter to airline chiefs.

Apr 14

United Airlines passenger's daughter, attorney describe his injuries
The daughter of Dr. David Dao, who was caught on camera being dragged off a flight, said his family was "horrified," while Dao's attorney said he suffered injuries that may require surgery.

Apr 14

United Airlines passenger stung by apparent scorpion on flight to Canada last week
Physicians told the in-flight crew that the sting was not life-threatening.

Apr 14