Supplier Solutions: February 2026 Updates
United Airlines Expands Chicago O’Hare (ORD) Hub to 750 Daily Flights
United Airlines is significantly increasing its operations at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, projecting 750 daily flights by Summer 2026. This expansion includes nonstop service to 222 destinations, featuring 47 international routes and 175 U.S. cities.
United also led major carriers in on-time arrivals at ORD in 2025. Travelers will benefit from upgraded airport experiences including five United Club locations and a refreshed Polaris Lounge.
To support this growth, United expects to hire 2,500 additional employees in Chicago by the end of the year.
Source: United Newsroom
Delta Air Lines Launches the New Delta Business Platform
Delta Air Lines has introduced its upgraded Delta Business platform, replacing the former Delta Professional site. The new dashboard offers corporate travel managers a streamlined, one-stop view of their organization’s travel program.
The new digital “wallet” includes:
- Loyalty Tokens – used to award Medallion Status
- Amenity Points – redeemable for tickets, upgrades, and changes
- Service Points – used for unused ticket transfer fees
This enhanced platform aims to simplify travel management and improve visibility for corporate clients.
Source: Business Travel News
Delta Air Lines Expands Widebody Fleet for Global Growth
Delta is continuing its international expansion with major aircraft investments. Following the order of 70 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, the airline is adding 31 additional next-generation Airbus widebody aircraft.
These additions will bring Delta’s fleets to:
- 55 A330-900 aircraft
- 79 A350 aircraft
This growth strengthens Delta’s global network and enhances premium long-haul customer experiences.
Source: Delta News Hub
American Airlines to Resume U.S.–Venezuela Service
American Airlines plans to resume daily service to Venezuela, pending regulatory approval and security reviews. This route will reconnect travelers for business, leisure, and humanitarian purposes.
American Airlines has served Venezuela since 1987 and remains the largest U.S. carrier historically providing service to the region.
Source: American Airline News
American Airlines Enhances Mobile App for Expanded Self-Service
American Airlines is rolling out new mobile app features designed to give travelers more autonomy during service disruptions. Customers will see a personalized, reservation-focused interface with simplified flight status updates.
New app capabilities include:
- Instant flight rebooking
- Real-time checked bag tracking
- Immediate access to hotel, meal, and transportation vouchers
This improvement helps travelers resolve issues quickly and customize their journey on the go.
Source: American Airlines News
Southwest Airlines Moves to Assigned Seating
For the first time in over 50 years, Southwest Airlines is transitioning from open boarding to assigned seating. This change aims to simplify boarding and enhance customer comfort.
Southwest released a new advertisement announcing this major shift. Watch it below!
