United places largest aircraft order in its history

United Airlines on Tuesday announced the largest aircraft order in its history and the largest for the industry by a single carrier in more than a decade.

United Airlines is betting big on the post-pandemic travel boom. On Tuesday, United announced the largest aircraft order in the airline's history and the largest for the industry by a single carrier in more than a decade. The 270 narrow-body jet order is potentially worth a reported $30 billion. It includes up to 200 Boeing 737 MAX and 70 Airbus A321neo aircraft. United also announced its going to be retro-fitting all of its narrow-body cabins -- adding larger overhead bins, and entertainment screens on all seats. As a result of adding new planes, United said it expects to create approximately 25,000 well-paying, unionized jobs over the next few years.