United Airlines is a major U.S. carrier headquartered in Chicago, operating a vast network of domestic and international flights that connect passengers to hundreds of destinations with a fleet known for its size and reach. It traces its roots back to the early days of aviation as a mail carrier before evolving into a passenger airline, surviving industry shake-ups including a big merger with Continental that reshaped its operations.
Woke-wise, United checks all the boxes with DEI initiatives pushing for "equity" in hiring (though they've dialed back some after backlash), LGBTQ+ employee groups turning Pride into a company holiday, BLM pins as optional uniform flair, ESG strategies aiming for green skies despite the carbon footprint, and racial equity efforts through diverse supplier programs and anti-bias training. It's like they're trying to make flying as "inclusive" as possible, even if it means occasionally stirring up turbulence with half the passengers who just want peanuts, not politics.
