The airline company said the ambitious plan is in response to consumer-demand trends.
Delta Air Lines has announced the resumption of flights between the U.S. and China.
The airline has been burning through $40 million a day since the coronavirus pandemic put a crimp in travel.
Delta employs close to 90,000 people worldwide while United has 96,000 employees.
American Airlines to cut 30% of management staff
An unnamed NFL player is filing charges against United Airlines as the former says he was harassed during a flight in February. The anonymous footballer rued the lack of urgency from the airline staff and attendants as he claimed he was left helpless during the alleged incident.
Avianca has been in operation since 1919.
United Airlines to slash 30% of executive jobs
United Airline is planning on laying off at least 3,400 employees by Oct. 1 as air travel continues to decline because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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On May 4, Delta, United, and American will not make it a requirement to wear face masks or face coverings when traveling with the airlines. Here's how it will work.
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"We're now projecting our June quarter revenues will be down by $10 billion compared to a year ago -- an 80 percent reduction," Delta CEO Ed Bastian said in a note to employees.
United will cut flights by 50% as its operations continue to be impacted by the coronavirus.
Amidst the continued spread of coronavirus, numerous airlines are offering waivers for travelers looking to cancel or change upcoming flights.
United Airlines tightens its belt as virus hits demand
Delta, United, and American airlines will waive fees for travelers who reserved tickets to Seoul through late April.
United Airlines suspends flights between the United States and Beijing, Chengdu, Shanghai and Hong Kong until April 24.
United Airlines has increased its baggage fees by $5. Here's everything you need to know about the price increase.
United Airlines pushes 737 MAX flights to September