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United CEO's Private Jet Amid Flight Woes Sparks Outrage and Apology

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United CEO's Private Jet Amid Flight Woes Sparks Outrage and Apology
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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby apologized for chartering a private jet during the nationwide weather-related travel disruptions, which caused thousands of flight delays and cancellations. Kirby admitted that it was the wrong decision and insensitive to customers waiting to get home. This comes after he criticized the FAA for canceling flights due to severe weather. As of Friday night, over 400 U.S. flights were canceled and 6,700 delayed.

Topics:business#denver#flight-cancellations#flight-delays#new-jersey#united-airlines#us
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