United Airlines

United Airlines (under parent company UAL Corporation) is the world's second largest air carrier, after AMR's American Airlines. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, it operates from hubs in Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington, DC and flies to some 30 countries. Brands include United, United Express, and Ted.

Ties to the American Legislative Exchange Council
United Airlines has been a corporate funder of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC). See ALEC Corporations for more.

Political contributions
United Airlines gave $123,250 to federal candidates in the 2006 election through its political action committee - 58% to Democrats and 42% to Republicans.

Lobbying
United Airlines spent $1,808,597 for lobbying in 2006. Seven lobbying firms were used, including Covington & Burling and The Duberstein Group.

Personnel
Selected members of the Board of Directors:
 * Stephen R. Canale, Also President and General Chairman, District Lodge 141, IAMAW (labor union)
 * W. James Farrell, Also Director of Allstate Insurance and Kraft Foods
 * Robert S. Miller, Jr., Also Chairman and CEO, Delphi Corporation

Contact details
77 West Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60601 Phone: 312-997-8000 Web: http://www.united.com

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