“The FAA plays a critical role in the management and modernization of our air traffic control system, the most pressing issue for the US airline industry today. We are proud of our ongoing commitment to safety and to addressing ATC issues, and are pleased that the FAA has chosen a member of the United team for this important role,” says Pete McDonald, executive vice president and Chief Operating Officer. “Hank’s unwavering commitment to the safe operation of our airline – and his contributions to safety across the industry – set him apart as a leader in aviation. We thank him for his many contributions during his 29 years at United and look forward to working with him going forward.” 

United’s search for a new vice president of Flight Operations begins immediately. In the interim, senior Flight Operations managers who reported to Krakowski will report directly to Sean Donohue, senior vice president of Flight Operations and Onboard Service.

About United

United Airlines (NASDAQ:  UAUA) operates more than 3,600** flights a day on United, United Express and Ted to more than 200 U.S. domestic and international destinations from its hubs in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Chicago and Washington, D.C.  With key global air rights in the Asia-Pacific region, Europe and Latin America, United is one of the largest international carriers based in the United States.  United also is a founding member of Star Alliance, which provides connections for our customers to 855 destinations in 155 countries worldwide.  United's 55,000 employees reside in every U.S. state and in many countries around the world.  News releases and other information about United can be found at the company's Web site at united.com.

**Based on the flight schedule between Jan. 1, 2007 and Dec. 31, 2007.

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