Exceptional Leaders

United Airlines: Leading for the Long Haul

June 9, 2026·21 min
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United Airlines operates at the center of a complex global network—where every decision is shaped by constant change.In this episode of Exceptional Leaders, Morgan Stanley’s Lead North American Airlines analyst, Ravi Shanker, sits down with Kirby at United’s headquarters in Chicago to discuss what it means to head a global airline, why leadership—not management—defines success, and how United is investing in growth and innovation. The proceeding preceding content is informational only and based on information available when created. It is not an offer or a solicitation nor is it tax or legal advice. It does not consider your financial circumstances and objectives and may not be suitable for you.  ©2026 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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