United Workers 'Overwhelmingly' Support Vaccine Mandate: CEO

United Airlines achieved a 99% employee vaccination rate, enhancing safety and gaining customer support. The airline's vaccination policy has become a recruitment tool and is seen as a model for the industry. Government mandates require airlines to vaccinate employees or test them weekly by December 8th. Despite labor shortages, United's policy has attracted new employees. Travel demand is recovering, with Europe showing strong bookings. Fuel costs are managed without hedging, relying on natural demand hedges. Business travel is expected to return, emphasizing the importance of human relationships.

What was the primary reason United Airlines pursued a high vaccination rate among its employees?

• To comply with government regulations

• To increase ticket sales

• To ensure employee safety and save lives

• To gain a competitive advantage

How did United Airlines' vaccination policy affect its relationship with customers?

• Customers were supportive and proud

• Customers demanded refunds

• Customers were unhappy

• Customers were indifferent

What impact did United Airlines' vaccination policy have on its recruitment efforts?

• It made recruitment more difficult

• It had no impact

• It became a recruiting tool

• It led to a hiring freeze

What percentage of United Airlines employees were vaccinated, leading to a small percentage being let go?

• 95%

• 97%

• 99%

• 100%

What is the expected timeline for the recovery of the Pacific travel market according to the transcript?

• 6 months

• 12 to 18 months

• Immediate recovery

• 2 years

How does United Airlines manage fuel cost volatility?

• By increasing ticket prices

• By not hedging and relying on natural demand hedges

• By hedging fuel prices

• By reducing flight frequency

What is the main reason business travel is expected to return, according to the transcript?

• Technological advancements

• Human relationships and interactions

• Cost savings

• Environmental concerns