United unveiling its 'most luxurious' jet for 2 major SFO routes

"In this week's air travel news, United Airlines will reportedly deploy its "most luxurious widebody" jet on two major intercontinental routes out of its San Francisco International hub this year; after years of relying on Airbus for its twin-aisle fleet, Delta is coming back to Boeing with its latest widebody aircraft order; United rolls out preordering of in-flight meals for economy class passengers on some routes; two discount airlines with California routes announce plans to merge;"

"Reflecting the airline industry's increasing efforts to attract premium travelers, United's 787-9 Elevated interior features eight Polaris Studio suites that are 25% larger than its regular Polaris seats, each equipped with a 27-inch 4K OLED screen that is "the largest on any U.S. carrier," Simple Flying noted. The interiors also offer regular Polaris suites with sliding doors and 19-inch screens; an upgraded Premium Plus (premium economy) section; and a main cabin with Economy Plus (extra legroom) and regular economy seating."

United will deploy its most luxurious widebody on two San Francisco intercontinental routes this year. Delta is returning to Boeing with a new widebody order after years focused on Airbus. United has begun preordering of in-flight meals for economy passengers on select routes. Two discount carriers with California service plan to merge. The U.K. implemented an Electronic Travel Authorization requirement for inbound travelers. A major global airline group selected Starlink for in-flight Wi‑Fi. Alaska added two California routes while Delta dropped one. A Middle Eastern carrier temporarily suspended Los Angeles service and a European discount carrier cut its 2026 U.S. network. Oakland Airport installed new biometric "eGates."

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