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United delays Cebu launch

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United Airlines, a major American carrier, has announced a series of delays and cancellations for its upcoming flights, including its much-anticipated inaugural service from Tokyo (Narita), Japan to Cebu, Philippines.

The delay comes in the wake of heightened scrutiny from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), following a series of safety incidents involving the airline.

As reported by The Points Guy (TPG), United Airlines has decided to postpone the launch of its daily Tokyo (Narita) to Cebu service. Originally slated to commence on July 31, 2024, the inaugural flight is now rescheduled for October 27, 2024, marking a delay of over three months.

In addition to the Cebu route, United Airlines is also delaying the launch of its Newark-Faro route. Initially scheduled to begin on May 24, 2024, the launch is now postponed until the summer of 2025.

On the domestic front, United Airlines is discontinuing its planned flights from Houston to Boise, Idaho, and Hartford, Connecticut, as well as from Washington D.C. to Key West.

The FAA’s increased oversight, triggered by recent safety incidents involving United flights, is the primary reason for these delays and cancellations.

As TPG reports, the FAA’s scrutiny means that United Airlines is currently prohibited from launching new outstations until the audit results are available.

Written by
Dirk Andrei Salcedo

Dirk is the founder and editor-in-chief of Aviation Updates Philippines (AUP), a platform dedicated to providing the latest news and insights on the aviation industry in the Philippines. With a strong passion for aviation and a background in computer engineering, he manages all aspects of AUP, from website development to content curation.

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