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United Airlines Announces Launch of New EasyCheck-In at London Heathrow
LONDON, 18 January 2006 -- United Airlines has announced the introduction of its EasyCheck-in system at London Heathrow Airport. This is United’s first European station to install the EasyCheck-in.
Customers flying from London on all United Airlines flights with an e-ticket will benefit from a more convenient and faster check-in at the airport. Dedicated EasyCheck-in machines will allow United’s customers to avoid queues on arrival at Heathrow Terminal 3 by checking them in and printing boarding passes.
How it works:
- The customer is greeted by an agent who asks standard security questions.
- The customer thenproceeds directly to United’s six dedicated machines (including one wheelchairaccessible unit). The EasyCheck-in machines are simple to use, with a touch screen process and choice of eight language options. The unit scans the machine-readable passport, following which the customer must verify both passport and flight information. The passenger then selects a choice of seat and has the option of inputting Mileage Plus details as well as organising an upgrade if they have sufficient Mileage Plus points.
- Once checked in, the customer can take their bags to a dedicated bag drop desk, conveniently situated next to the units.
Brandon O’Reilly, Managing Director, Airport Operations, Europe and South America said: “The EasyCheck-in system is an important step in reducing the length of time passengers take to check-in. I am delighted that our customers will have a quick, simple to use automated check-in system that will speed them on their way.”
From London Heathrow, United operates frequent daily services to gateways at New York JFK, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Los Angeles and San Francisco. United Airlines, Ted and United Express offer more than 3,400 flights a day on a route network that spans the globe.
About United
United Airlines (OTCBB: UALAQ.OB) 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 57,000 employees reside in every U.S. state and in many countries around the world. News releases and other information about United can be found here.
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