United Airlines increase capacity from Manchester

As part of its plans to replace its Boeing 757-200 aircraft with newer 767-300 and 767-400 planes, United Airlines is increasing its capacity at Manchester Airport by up to 40% from this Summer.

The 400 version will fly the daily route from Manchester to New York/Newark in the Summer, giving a 40% increase in seats, while the 300 version of the 767 will operate in the Winter, providing a 30% increase on present levels.

The 757 offers 169 seats, while the 767-400 is configured to offer 240 seats, including 39 flat-bed seats in business class.

“The introduction of the Boeing 767-400 aircraft is the most significant increase in capacity on our non-stop Manchester-New York/Newark service in over a decade and underscores our commitment to Manchester and the North-West of England,” said Bob Schumacher, managing director sales UK and Ireland.

He said the wide-body, twin-aisle fleet will improve the customer experience.

He said 60% of the new 767 fleet will have been retro-fitted with Premium Plus by the end of this year, and the entire fleet will be completed by the end of 2020.