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United Airlines Wins Best Airport Lounge Award

Posted on: Tuesday, 11 October 2005, 12:00 CDT

CHICAGO, Oct. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- United Airlines' Red Carpet Clubs(R) were recently rated the best airport lounges in the world by readers of Travel Savvy magazine.

In their survey responses Travel Savvy readers reported that they favor the central location of Red Carpet Clubs, their complimentary snacks, conference rooms, decor and Internet access options. Readers also raved about Red Carpet Club furnishings at the San Francisco International Airport.

"This award is one more affirmation of United's commitment to improving customer comfort and service," says Dennis Cary, United's senior vice president-Marketing. "Our Red Carpet Clubs offer only the highest quality amenities and perks, providing an oasis at popular destinations for relaxation or for conducting business."

United offers more than 40 Red Carpet Clubs in 36 locations. Members also have access to Star Alliance partner lounges when traveling internationally and US Airways Club facilities, when traveling on a same-day US Airways- operated flight. To learn more about what the Red Carpet Clubs provide and to become a member visit http://united.com/redcarpetclub .

"Travel Savvy's readers are seasoned travelers who recognize the excellent amenities offered by the Red Carpet Club," says Craig M. Pavia, group publisher, Frank Publishing. "We're very happy to present United Airlines with this top award."

About United

United Airlines (BULLETIN BOARD: UALAQ) operates more than 3,400 flights a day on United, United Express and Ted to more than 200 U.S. domestic and international destinations from its hubs in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Chicago and Washington, D.C. With key global air rights in the Asia- Pacific region, Europe and Latin America, United is one of the largest international carriers based in the United States. United is also a founding member of Star Alliance, which provides connections for our customers to 790 destinations in 138 countries worldwide. United's 58,500 employees reside in every U.S. state and in many countries around the world. News releases and other information about United can be found at the company's Web site at http://united.com/ .

Worldwide Press Office: Days: 847.700.5538 Evenings/Weekends: 847.700.4088

United Airlines

CONTACT: United Airlines Worldwide Press Office, Days, +1-847-700-5538,or Evenings-Weekends, +1-847-700-4088

Web site: http://www.united.com/http://united.com/redcarpetclub

Source: PRNewswire-FirstCall

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