United Airlines Unfazed by US Tariff Impact on Aircraft Orders

United Airlines executives, including CEO Scott Kirby and President Brett Hart, stated that they do not expect recent U.S. tariffs to have a significant direct impact on the airline's aircraft purchases or pricing. The majority of United’s pending aircraft orders are with Boeing, and most new Airbus A321neos are produced in Alabama, minimizing potential tariff exposure. Kirby advised against panicking over the tariffs, suggesting the aerospace industry remains a strong U.S. export sector likely to benefit in the long run. United plans to monitor the situation and views it as an opportunity to work with aircraft manufacturers, rather than a crisis. The airline is also adjusting capacity in response to broader economic uncertainties but remains confident about its overall performance. Rival Delta Air Lines has similarly stated it will not pay tariffs on new Airbus deliveries.