United Airlines Q2 profit rises to $1.32 billion despite fuel costs

CHICAGO, Illinois: United Airlines reported a significant 23 percent increase in its second-quarter profit, reaching US$1.32 billion, buoyed by high travel demand across U.S. airports.

This surge in earnings comes despite the airline grappling with escalating costs for fuel and labor.

The positive results were achieved as U.S. airports experienced record passenger numbers, with screenings up more than si