United Airlines to Start New Flights

United Airlines has announced the launch of new services from Los Angeles to Hong Kong and from Washington Dulles to Rio de Janeiro, effective October 28, 2007, strengthening its international network.

While United will operate the combined passenger and cargo Los Angeles service using a B747 aircraft, the seasonal direct service from Washington, DC, to Rio de Janeiro will use a B767 aircraft.

Kevin Knight, United’s senior vice president for planning, said: “Further expanding our route network gives our customers what they have asked for – more ways to visit popular international destinations for both work and pleasure. With nonstop service, these two cities are now much easier for our customers to visit.”