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  • Emirates Skywards launches global ‘Season of Rewards’ campaign for members worldwide

    Emirates Skywards launches global ‘Season of Rewards’ campaign for members worldwide

    Emirates Skywards is celebrating its members over the next few months with the launch of ‘Season of Rewards’ – a global campaign packed with bonus Skywards Miles and Tier Miles, enhanced Cash+Miles savings, partner reward flight offers, and accelerated earning opportunities across partner airlines, hotels, car rentals, holiday packages and lifestyle experiences. Running from 21 May to 31 August 2026, the season of rewards gives members more ways to earn and spend Miles across every part of their travel journey.

    “Skywards Season of Rewards reflects our continued commitment to creating even more value for our members worldwide. Whether members are planning a family holiday, a Dubai stopover, a weekend escape, or simply looking to maximise rewards across their travel spend – this initiative unlocks more opportunities to earn, save and experience the world with Emirates Skywards.”

    Dr. Nejib Ben Khedher, DSVP Emirates Skywards

    The Skywards ‘Season of Rewards’ offers

    1. More savings with Cash+Miles on Emirates and flydubai

    Members can unlock twice the savings with enhanced Cash+Miles rates across the Emirates and flydubai network when booking flights and extras (excess baggage, lounge access and seat selection) between 21 May and 31 August 2026. The offer applies across all classes of travel, fare brands and destinations on both airlines. With the limited time offer, 2,000 Skywards Miles can unlock savings of USD 30 instead of USD 15.

    2. Bonus Tier Miles

    Skywards members also receive additional tier benefits for travel up until 31 August 2026. Members earn 20% bonus Tier Miles on every Emirates or flydubai flight, helping members move through the tiers faster. With reduced Tier Miles required during this period, it’s now even easier for members to renew or upgrade their membership status.

    3. 50% bonus Miles with travel partners

    Members can also accelerate rewards across Emirates Skywards’ global partner network with:

    • 50% bonus Skywards Miles on hotel stays, including Emirates Skywards Hotels, Marriott Bonvoy, IHG Hotels and Resorts, Jumeirah and more.
    • 50% bonus Miles on car rentals, including Hertz, Avis & Budget, Europcar, Sixt and CarTrawler.
    • 50% bonus Miles with partner airlines, including United Airlines, Air Canada, Aegean Airlines, Japan Airlines and more.
    • 50% bonus Miles on Emirates Holidays packages.

    The offer applies to travel completed between 21 May and 31 August 2026, with members able to earn up to 10,000 bonus Miles per partner. Registration is required to participate, and bonus Miles will be credited within 60 days after the end of the offer period.

    4. 50% off easyJet and Jet2 reward flights

    Skywards members can book their next reward flight and extras with Miles, starting from 4,500 Miles instead of 9,000 Miles between 21 May and 31 August 2026 – across all routes, cabins and fares.

    More information on the Season of Rewards campaign 

    A world-class loyalty programme

    Recently crowned the Best Global Airline Loyalty Program, Emirates Skywards continues to deliver unmatched rewards and travel experiences to more than 38 million members worldwide. The programme offers four membership tiers – Blue, Silver, Gold and Platinum, with members earning and spending Miles across airlines, hotels, retail, lifestyle and leisure partners globally. Skywards Miles can be redeemed for flight tickets, upgrades, hotel stays, retail rewards and exclusive experiences.

  • NAMA Clarifies Incident Involving United Airlines Flight UAL 613

    NAMA Clarifies Incident Involving United Airlines Flight UAL 613

    The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has issued a clarification regarding reports surrounding United Airlines flight UAL 613, which experienced an air return on January 24, 2025. The flight, carrying 256 passengers and 11 crew members, departed Lagos en route to Washington Dulles.

    NAMA is addressing misleading reports and commentary from certain “aviation experts” regarding the incident. For clarity, the incident involving a loss of altitude did not occur within Nigerian airspace. UAL 613 departed Lagos following all international aviation standards and protocols.

    Approximately 2 hours and 32 minutes into the flight, while over Côte d’Ivoire airspace, the aircraft experienced a sudden loss of altitude. The pilot, exercising their prerogative and based on their assessment of the situation, chose to return to Lagos – the flight’s origin – rather than divert to Bamako or Abidjan.

    Upon receiving contact from the flight, NAMA’s Air Traffic Control (ATC) immediately activated medical emergency services, as requested by the pilot and in accordance with standard operating procedures. Lagos Area Control Centre established contact with the flight 180 nautical miles from Lagos, activating a medical emergency standby and guiding the aircraft to a safe landing at Murtala Muhammed International Airport.

    Upon arrival, emergency protocols were immediately activated by NAMA’s ATC and ground medical teams, ensuring the safety of all passengers and crew. A separate United Airlines aircraft flew from Accra to Lagos to transport the passengers onward, following treatment by Nigerian medical personnel. NAMA clarifies that this aircraft was solely for passenger transfer and not a “rescue mission” as has been incorrectly reported.

    NAMA confirms that the airline did not violate any airspace regulations and commends the pilot’s professionalism and sound judgment in prioritizing the safety of all onboard. NAMA is committed to maintaining the highest standards of airspace safety and adhering to international best practices.

    NAMA hopes this clarification will reassure air travellers of the safety of Nigerian airspace and urges analysts to seek accurate information from official sources before commenting on such matters.

  • Feature: Air Peace’s Global Ambitions: Drawing Inspiration from Stansted Airport’s Evolution

    Feature: Air Peace’s Global Ambitions: Drawing Inspiration from Stansted Airport’s Evolution

    by Ayo Akinfe

    Stansted Airport in the UK started life during World War II when it was used as an air force base. Today, it is the country’s third busiest airport. I hope Air Peace study this as they come up with a plan to become a global operator

    [1] If Air Peace are going to survive over the long term, it simply need to be able to match the economies of scale provided by the likes of BA, Virgin, Emirates, KLM, Air France, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, etc

    [2] What this means in practical terms is that they need to merge with the likes of Ethiopian Airlines, Ghanaian Airways, Kenya Airways, etc to form a continental conglomerate. How else will they be able to compete against a scenario whereby for instance BA slash prices on the Lagos-London route by 70% and keep it set at that for 12 months?

    [3] On the global stage, Air Peace will also need to secure landing rights in major US cities like New York, Washington, Dallas, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Miami and Chicago. Capturing the American market has got to be key if they are to fight off foreign airlines with deep pockets

    [4] Maybe at some stage, US carriers like United Airlines, Delta Air Line, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines can be asked to take out, say, a 10% stake in an expanded Air Peace serving as Africa’s continental airline

    [5] Bringing in an international partner should make opening a maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility in Lagos or Abuja easier. That is key if Nigeria is to become an aviation hub

    [6] During World War Two, Stansted was also an Air Technical Services Command maintenance and supply depot concerned with major overhauls and modification of B-26 bombers. Can you imagine if we had that kind of technical facility in Nigeria where military aircraft could be modified

    [7] If you ask me, this expanded Air Peace should be looking to purchase a minority stake in a Nigerian aircraft manufacturing venture involving a company like Boeing or Embraer

    [8] To guarantee things go hitch-free, this expanded Air Peace will need to enter into a five-year aviation fuel supply deal with the Dangote refinery

    [9] As a caveat to woo the likes of Boeing to Nigeria, the federal government should get all Nigerian airlines to sign a Boeing First 10-year supply agreement when it comes to purchasing new aircraft

    [10] If we are to see off this constant exploitation in the aviation sector, we need to allow airlines like Air Peace to purchase aircraft cheaper than their international competitors, and the way to do this is to manufacture planes in Nigeria. Just imagine if Boeing committed to manufacturing a plane bigger than the Airbus A380 at a facility in Nigeria and Air Peace bought six for long-haul flights to Asia and the US

  • Feature- Putting Out Fires: Public Relations Professionals as Modern-Day Firefighters

    Feature- Putting Out Fires: Public Relations Professionals as Modern-Day Firefighters

    By Elvis Eromosele

    A brand was in the news recently, struggling to put out fires. The company had had a young lady arrested for what it perceived as an unacceptable online review. The action led to a lot of backlash on social media, some offline. The only thing I remember thinking was that I wish the firm had a functional public relations department or unit.

    Public relations professionals, much like firefighters, rush into the heart of crises and emergencies to extinguish reputational fires and restore harmony. In a world where reputation is paramount, public relations professionals are mostly unsung heroes, akin to modern-day firefighters. Both professions share an uncanny resemblance in their approach to crises and emergencies, swiftly tackling and mitigating issues to protect the greater good.

    Reputation is the cornerstone of a brand’s success, influencing consumer trust, loyalty, and business longevity. A brand must protect its reputation above all else. As they say, “A good reputation is better than money.”

    You can think of a brand’s reputation as its essence. It’s the foundation upon which trust, loyalty, and success are built. When customers trust a brand, they stick around and recommend it to others. This trust translates into financial stability and resilience during tough times. Essentially, a good reputation isn’t just a feather in the cap; it’s the engine that keeps a brand moving forward.

    The Blaze of Crisis Management

    When a crisis strikes, PR professionals are akin to firefighters rushing into the heart of the fire. Consider the infamous N1.04 trillion-naira SIM registration fine that the NCC handed MTN Nigeria in 2015. Public relations professionals rushed into the fray. Swift action, transparent communication, intense media relations, and a healthy dose of government relations led to a speedy resolution and preserved the brand’s integrity. (NB: The company eventually had to pay N300 billion over three years to settle the matter.)

    Swift Response and Strategic Planning

    Preparedness is key for both firefighters and PR professionals. Just as firefighters undergo drills, PR teams strategize crisis communication plans. The PR professional develops the strategic plan, designates spokesperson(s), drafts responses, and coordinates action.

    The plan is constantly reviewed and updated.

    Take the United Airlines incident in the US, where viral footage of passenger mistreatment necessitated a well-executed PR strategy to salvage the airline’s reputation. Timeliness is essential to achieving the best result.

    Building Relationships = Preventing Fires

    Now, beyond crisis management, both professions prioritize relationship-building. I found some hardened Milo sachets in a cartoon I bought. I posted it on Twitter. Someone from the company, Nestle, reached out to me via DM to apologize and get my details. A representative from the company called and then came to my house, a suburb of Lagos, to deliver replacement rolls of milo. My kids are today huge fans of the Nestle brand.

    Also, consider how Starbucks’ response to a racial bias incident demonstrated proactive measures to maintain trust. The firm closed more than 8,000 stores in the United States for racial bias training, thus demonstrating a commitment to addressing societal issues before they escalate into crises.

    Tools of the Trade

    PR professionals wield an arsenal of tools, much like firefighters. Social media monitoring, crisis communication planning, content creation, analysis, and strategic messaging are just some of the fire-fighting equipment.

    Combining these tools helps PR professionals proactively manage and shape public perception, responding effectively to both opportunities and challenges. The goal is to manage and maintain a positive reputation for individuals, companies, or organisations.

    Conclusion

    PR professionals are the guardians of this invaluable asset—reputation. They don’t just shape a brand’s image; they carefully craft and steer its narrative. When things go wrong—and they sometimes do—PR professionals are the ones who step in with strategic plans to mitigate the damage. They’re the storytellers, weaving tales that captivate audiences and reinforce a brand’s identity. Beyond that, they’re constantly listening and analyzing, keeping a finger on the pulse of public perception, and making adjustments as needed.

    No, we must be clear here: PR professionals aren’t just spin doctors; they’re the architects of a brand’s public persona, using their skills in communication, relationship-building, and crisis management to ensure that the brand’s reputation remains strong, resilient, and positively received in the eyes of the public.

    If you look carefully, you will not fail to see that public relations professionals are akin to firefighters guarding against infernos. Their ability to respond swiftly, plan strategically, build relationships, and utilize specialized tools in crises underscores their vital role in safeguarding brand reputation and public trust.

    The case of the airline flight from Lagos to Abuja that ended up in Asaba is still fresh in our minds, as are the numerous stories that emerged. Responsible people have asked if the firm has a functional public relations unit. The responses from the firm appeared uncoordinated and simply complicated the issues. Fire-fighting at its worst.

    Every firm deserves a fully functional public relations unit. It is just as easy to ignore the need for PR when there is no crisis as it is for firefighters when there is no fire. But you need them. Get them and put them in place.

    Crises, like fires, are an inevitable part of human existence. As flames of crisis continue to flicker in the landscape of modern business, these modern-day firefighters—PR professionals—remain at the forefront. Their role is simple: to ensure that when reputational fires spark, they’re not only contained but also turned into opportunities for growth and resilience.

    Long live the Public Relations Professional! 

    Eromosele, a corporate communication professional and public affairs analyst, wrote via: elviseroms@gmail.com

  • WISCAR Presents the 2023 Annual Leadership and Mentoring Conference: “In Her Own Voice: Forging Ahead”

    WISCAR Presents the 2023 Annual Leadership and Mentoring Conference: “In Her Own Voice: Forging Ahead”

    Women in Successful Careers (WISCAR), a non-profit and non-governmental organization committed to advancing professional women in Nigeria and across Africa, proudly announces its 2023 Annual Leadership and Mentoring Conference. The event will take place on Saturday, 9th December 2023, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the prestigious Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos.

    Themed “In Her Own Voice: Forging Ahead”, the conference will provide an opportunity for a transformative gathering where exceptional women, renowned speakers, policymakers, and thought leaders converge to share insights and engage in a diverse array of activities. The platform fosters inspiration, empowers professional women to take the lead in driving positive change, and generates actionable recommendations contributing to inclusive and sustainable national development. The event will kick off with a Mentoring Walk on Saturday, the 25th of November 2023, at Eko Atlantic City. This walk serves as the inaugural event, setting the tone for the conference and providing an opportunity for participants to engage in meaningful discussions.

    Commenting on WISCAR and its mission for women empowerment, Amina Oyagbola, Founder and Chairperson of WISCAR, said “WISCAR is dedicated to propelling professional women to the forefront of Nigeria and Africa’s development and growth. Drawing inspiration from ALIWA (Africa Leadership Initiative West Africa), we strive to cultivate a powerful network of female professionals equipped to lead, drive social innovation, and take critical decisions that will usher in a new era of excellence in the workplace. Our annual leadership conference is designed to foster a vibrant and supportive environment for women from diverse professional backgrounds to connect, share experiences, and forge meaningful connections. The theme of this year’s conference symbolizes our unyielding commitment to gender equality, women’s empowerment, inclusive governance, and sustainable development. It highlights the enduring and progressive voices of women—a generation poised to break new ground and guide society towards greater achievements and sustained growth and prosperity”.

    The conference will include networking and interactive sessions that drives innovation and encourage participants to engage with each other, expand their professional circles, and build lasting relationships. WISCAR believes that by fostering a sense of community and collaboration, it can empower women to leverage their collective strengths and advance in various fields.

    WISCAR is supported by a variety of organizations that share a commitment to the cause. Diamond sponsors include First Bank of Nigeria, United Airlines, and Pacific Holdings Limited. The platinum sponsor is First City Monument Bank, and the gold sponsor is IHS Nigeria Limited. The silver sponsors are Stanbic IBTC Holdings, Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCo), The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC), SunTrust Bank Nigeria Limited, and FSDH Merchant Bank. Bronze sponsors consist of Mainone, Ernst & Young, FBNQuest Merchant Bank, FBNQuest Asset Management, TAJ Bank, and Access Bank. Additionally, strategic sponsors UN Women, Habiba Balogun Consulting, Oyagbola Chambers, AKMS Consulting, Hills + Knowlton Strategies, and DKK contribute to WISCAR’s success.

  • Wakanow Rewards Customers During the Maiden Edition of her Customer Appreciation Dinner

    Wakanow Rewards Customers During the Maiden Edition of her Customer Appreciation Dinner

    …transforms into a travel tech company

    It was a night of glitz and glamour as Wakanow, the largest online travel agency in Africa, rolled out the drums to celebrate and reward her teeming customers at an exclusive dinner at the 788 on the Sea Restaurant, Twin Waters, Lekki, Lagos on the 16th of December 2021. The amazing night of celebrating exceptional customers brought together customers, travel enthusiasts, and airline partners cut across the aviation industry.

     

    In his welcome address at the event, the Chief Executive Officer of the company, Mr. Bayo Adedeji, said, “This event is part of the Company’s effort to strengthen relationships with existing customers and show appreciation for their long-term partnership with Wakanow. We are grateful to all our partners and staff for making the year an eventful one. With over a decade in the industry, the company has been able to grow a set of loyal customers who have made the brand stand tall in the aviation industry.”

     

    According to him, “We want to use this opportunity to thank everyone that has come a long way with us and reaffirm our commitment to giving more value to our customers and partners. All our customers have shown commitment based on the trust they repose in our services within the travel industry. I will like to also appreciate all members of staff who have continued to delight our customers. There can be no Wakanow without you.”

     

    Mr. Adedeji said looking into the future, the company will transform into a travel-tech company that will provide technological solutions for the industry. This is another way of ensuring that customers get optimal service from us and we keep winning in the industry across the globe. We will also open new offices across the country so that we become more accessible for our customers.

     

    Customers were rewarded with various gifts at the black-tie event, some of the winners won tickets to any destination of choice, these include Opeyemi Bada won Turkish Airlines ticket; Elijah Obafemi Nakpodia won Air France KLM ticket; Omotayo Saba won Air Cote D’Ivoire ticket; Adedeji Ashiru won Lufthansa ticket; Abiodun Adegoke and Kogbe Oluwafisayomi won Kenya Airways tickets respectively.

     

    Others who were also rewarded include the highest-selling affiliate- Ifeanyi Nwankwo of Captains Travel Agency with a Business Class Ticket to anywhere in the world; top 2 customers- Adewunmi Ogunsanya and Bright Afiwerie with Business Class tickets; Philip Osadebe got an all-expense-paid trip to Egypt and Wonuola Olatunde Lamidi won a United Airlines flight ticket to the United States of America amongst many other rewards.

     

    The audience wined and dined while the award-winning artist, Chike was on the bandstand.

     

    Wakanow is an online travel agency with an extensive offline presence with over 30 travel centres across Nigeria, Ghana, and Dubai. The company meets customers’ needs across multiple touchpoints and has continued to expand its product portfolio & service offering as the company aims to become an indispensable and trusted travel companion with exciting travel deals, packages, and services that are not obtainable elsewhere.

  • NAMA Commences Implementation of Free Routing Airspace

    NAMA Commences Implementation of Free Routing Airspace

    …as Akinkuotu tasks Airlines to Embrace Technology

    The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has commenced the implementation of Free Routing Airspace (FRA) in keeping with its commitment to enhancing airspace efficiency and reducing operational costs to airlines.

    Giving this indication at a stakeholders’ sensitization forum which held at Sheraton Lagos Hotel, Ikeja, Managing Director of NAMA, Capt. Fola Akinkuotu said Nigeria had earlier in October 2021 notified the global aviation community of its intent to commence the implementation of the Free Routing Airspace concept in December, 2021.

    He said “the journey to the implementation of the Free Routing Airspace in Nigeria started two years ago, following the decision and recommendations of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) AFI (African- Indian Ocean) Region that member states should develop necessary strategies towards implementation of FRA in their respective states and regions. ICAO in collaboration with International Air Transport Association (IATA) supported this push by developing the FRA concept of operations, conducting FRA gap analysis as well as providing guidance in the development of FRA implementation checklist.

    “After several meetings, workshops, and coordination among contiguous FIRs (Flight Information Regions), the FRA concept is surely transforming from an abstract idea to concrete reality and that has been largely the Nigerian experience as the nation successfully commenced FRA implementation on the 2nd of December, 2021.”

    “FRA was first conceptualized about 13 years ago in Europe, being the first region in the world to have implemented a full FRA concept beginning from 2008. However, in the entire ICAO AFI Region, Nigeria is the second country, after Mauritius to implement this globally new concept.”

    Explaining further, the NAMA boss said FRA basically accords airspace users over Kano FIR the opportunity to migrate from the conventional fixed Air Traffic Service (ATS) route network to flight plannable direct routes between a published FRA significant boundary entry point to a published FRA significant boundary exit point, thereby optimizing airspace utilization.

    He listed the benefits of FRA to airspace users to include: Savings in terms of distance covered per route segment; Savings in terms of time required to cover one route leg; Fuel savings per route leg as well as carbon emission reduction per route segment per volume of airspace.

    Capt. Akinkuotu also used the opportunity of the forum to enjoin airline operators in Nigeria to take advantage of new technologies being deployed by the agency as these would enhance their operational efficiency and also. He recalled that in the last couple of years, NAMA had deployed several next-generation tools like the Performance-Based Navigation (PBN) Approaches, Controller-Pilot Data Link Communication (CPDLC), Instrument Landing System (ILS) Category II and III, etc but noted that some Nigerian airlines were not taking advantage of them, stressing that NAMA would continue to strive to ensure that Nigeria has, not only safe airspace but also a profitable aviation industry.

    The Free Routing concept is associated with ICAO Aviation System Block Upgrade – ASBU modules B1-FRTO, i.e. Introduction of free routing in defined airspace, where the flight plan is not defined as segments of a published route network or track system to facilitate adherence to the user-preferred profile.

    The sensitization forum was well-attended as it attracted representatives from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), IATA, Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON), Max Airlines, Air Peace, Emirates Airlines, United Airlines, Arik Air among others.

  • United Airlines pledges 100% Green by 2050

    United makes bold environmental commitment unmatched by any Airline; Pledges 100% Green by Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions 100% by 2050

    United will meet this ambitious goal by making industry-leading investments in new technology and sustainable fuels – not from buying carbon offsets.

    United Airlines is taking its most ambitious step yet in leading the fight against climate change: pledging to become 100% green by reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 100% by 2050. United, which in 2018 became the first U.S. airline to commit to reducing its GHG emissions by 50% by 2050, will advance towards carbon neutrality by committing to a multimillion-dollar investment in revolutionary atmospheric carbon capture technology known as Direct Air Capture – rather than indirect measures like carbon-offsetting – in addition to continuing to invest in the development and use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). 

    With this unprecedented announcement, United becomes the first airline in the world to announce a commitment to invest in Direct Air Capture technology.

    “As the leader of one of the world’s largest airlines, I recognize our responsibility in contributing to fight climate change, as well as our responsibility to solve it,” said Scott Kirby, United’s chief executive officer. 

    “These game-changing technologies will significantly reduce our emissions, and measurably reduce the speed of climate change – because buying carbon offsets alone is just not enough. Perhaps most importantly, we’re not just doing it to meet our own sustainability goal; we’re doing it to drive the positive change our entire industry requires so that every airline can eventually join us and do the same.”

    Investment in Direct Air Capture Technology

    Rather than simply taking a conventional approach to decarbonization by relying solely on the purchase of carbon offsets, United intends to make a multimillion-dollar investment in 1PointFive, Inc., a partnership between Oxy Low Carbon Ventures, a subsidiary of Occidental (NYSE:OXY), and Rusheen Capital Management. 

    1PointFive’s mission is to curb the rise in global temperatures by physically removing carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air using Direct Air Capture technology licensed from Carbon Engineering.

    Direct Air Capture technology is one of the few proven ways to physically correct for aircraft emissions, and can scale to capture millions and potentially billions of metric tons of CO2 per year. 

    The captured CO2 will then be permanently, safely and securely stored deep underground by Occidental, a process certified by independent third parties. The commitment – the first to be announced in the aviation industry – will help 1PointFive build the first industrial-sized Direct Air Capture plant in the United States. 

    A single plant is expected to capture and permanently sequester one million tons of CO2 each year, the equivalent of the work of 40 million trees, but covering a land area about 3,000 times smaller.

    Investments in Sustainable Aviation Fuel

    With up to 80% less lifecycle carbon emissions than conventional jet fuel, sustainable aviation fuel is the fastest and most effective way United is reducing its emissions.

     Among all airlines globally, United holds more than 50% of all publicly announced future purchase commitments to using SAF and has the longest history of using SAF of any U.S. airline. 
    Last year, United renewed its contract with Boston-based World Energy, agreeing to purchase up to 10 million gallons of cost-competitive SAF. United has used this SAF to help sustainably power every flight departing its Los Angeles hub since 2016.

    Additionally, United has invested more than $30 million in California-based sustainable fuel producer Fulcrum BioEnergy, which remains the single largest investment by any airline globally in a sustainable fuel producer.

    Since 2016, United has used the most SAF of any airline globally and has flown:·   26 million passengers on flights powered with a SAF blend·   44 billion passenger-miles on flights powered with a SAF blend·   215,000 flights powered with a SAF blend.

    United’s Commitment to the Environment

    United’s commitment to becoming carbon-neutral by 2050 represents yet another leadership position the airline has taken to reduce its impact on the environment. United’s significant environmental achievements include:·   Becoming the first airline globally to incorporate SAF in regular operations on a continuous basis, marking a significant milestone in the industry by moving beyond test programs and demonstrations to the everyday use of low-carbon fuel in ongoing operations.

    . In 2019, we committed $40 million toward an investment initiative focused on accelerating the development of SAF and other decarbonization technologies
    ·   Operating the Flight for the Planet in 2019, which represented the most-eco-friendly commercial flight of its kind in the history of commercial aviation·   Becoming the first airline to fly with Boeing’s Split Scimitar winglets, which reduce fuel consumption by an additional 2% versus standard winglets; United is the largest Scimitar winglet operator today, with nearly 400 aircraft equipped with these winglets·   Becoming the first U.S. airline to repurpose items from the carrier’s international premium cabin amenity kits and partnering with Clean the World to donate hygiene products to those in critical need·   Eliminating non-recyclable plastic stirring sticks and cocktail picks on aircraft and replacing them with a more environmentally friendly product made of 100% bamboo·   Continuing to replace its eligible ground equipment with cleaner, electrically powered alternatives, with nearly 45% of the fleet converted to date.

    United’s Award-Winning Eco-Skies Program

    United’s award-winning Eco-Skies program represents the company’s commitment to the environment and the actions taken every day to create a more sustainable future. 

    Earlier this month, the Carbon Disclosure Project named United as the only airline globally to its 2020 ‘A List’ for the airline’s actions to cut emissions, mitigate climate risks and develop the low-carbon economy, marking the seventh consecutive year that United had the highest CDP score among U.S. airlines.

    In 2017, Air Transport World magazine named United its Eco-Airline of the Year for the second time since the airline launched the Eco-Skies program. 
    Additionally, United ranked No. 1 among global carriers in Newsweek’s 2017 Global 500 Green Rankings, one of the most recognized environmental performance assessments of the world’s largest publicly traded companies.

    For more information on United’s commitment to environmental sustainability, visit united.com/ecoskies.