Brazil's Administrative Council for Economic Defense has approved United Airlines' plan to increase its minority stake in Azul Linhas Aéreas, clearing the way for a roughly $100 million investment tied to the airline's ongoing Chapter 11 restructuring. The decision removes a key regulatory hurdle and provides further clarity on Azul's post-restructuring ownership structure.
A United Airlines Boeing 777-200 experienced an engine failure shortly after takeoff on December 13, 2025, and returned safely to Washington Dulles International Airport. According to AeroTime, a piece of the engine cover separated and caught fire, sparking a brush fire on airport grounds.
Boeing has reported a significant increase in aircraft deliveries for 2025, up 68.9% compared to the previous year. The company delivered 537 aircraft, including five 737 MAXs to United Airlines and three to American Airlines.