The flight came close to a truck that was driving on a nearby highway.

United Airlines remains open to buying airport slots, gates or other assets if higher fuel prices put weaker rivals under pressure, but it is unlikely to pursue a major consolidation deal after its failed overture to American Airlines,

United Airlines Chief Executive Officer Scott Kirby tore into engine supplier Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc at an annual gathering of industry executives, blasting the UK company for what he called a lack of support as the two companies tussle over a major aircraft order.

Federal investigators have released their initial report on a jet that struck a truck on a highway while landing at a New Jersey airport.

According to a new report from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United Airlines flight 169 was just 19 feet above the New Jersey Turnpike when it struck a light pole during its approach to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) last month.

Delta's president, Peter Carter, told CNBC that the carrier wants to take United on over the Pacific.

Manchester United have been linked with another summer transfer hijack as they prepare for a return to the Champions League

Despite his strong impact, Marcus Rashford’s future at Barcelona appears more complicated than expected. Following the delay in negotiations for the 28-year-old star, Manchester United FC are reportedly considering breaking off relations with the Blaugranas.