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United Airlines is bringing hundreds of children and families on 13 fantasy flights to an area of the airport that has turned into a winter wonderland this year. (Credit: United Airlines)
United Airlines Is offering free imaginary flights to children this year, taking them to the “North Pole”, the gateway or hangout at the airport that has been transformed into a winter wonderland with reindeer. Monkey and Santa.
Saturday in cooperation with Do-desire Illinois and Cal's Angels, Chicago-based Pediatric Cancer Foundation More than 65 children and their families boarded a holiday United venture, boarded a short flight at Chicago O'Hare and landed. Park at another gate that doubles as north. Pole, United said in a release.
“The children enjoyed games, treats and greetings from special friends, including Santa Claus and real reindeer, all provided by United volunteers and partner organizations,” the release said.
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United's “North Pole” fantasy flying crew. (United Airlines / Fox News)
Chicago flights are one of 13 scheduled for this year, including flights to Washington Dulles, Houston Bush, Los Angeles' LAX, Heathrow in London and San Francisco, all of which flew Saturday. .
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| UAL | United AIRLINES HOLDINGS INC. | 96.83 | +0.48 |
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Imaginary flight Departed from Honolulu on Thursday, flights from Narita Airport in Tokyo, Cleveland, Fort Lauderdale, Guam, Denver and Newark will take place between this Sunday and next Saturday.
The Fantasy flight arrived at the “North Pole” at Chicago's O'Hare Airport on Saturday. (United Airlines / Fox News)
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Kate Gebo, United chief executive, said: “The team has created a list. I double-checked it and the answer is clear. With a lot of deserving kids on this year's beautiful list, it makes sense to Open a seasonal center at the North Pole. ” Vice President of Human Resources and Labor Relations.
“We have stocked up de-icing fluids to fly from other cities. United is honored to lift children and their families through the joys of the holiday season. Bringing the North Pole closer than ever. “Which is one of the many ways we can show support for the community in which we live, work and fly.”
Fantasy Flight meets Ronald McDonald and Batman at Chicago's O'Hare on Saturday. (United Airlines / Fox News)
A seriously ill child was greeted by a flight attendant at Dulles International Airport in Virginia in 2008 on a United Fantasy flight. (Tracy A. Woodward / The Washington Post via Getty Images / Getty Images)
“North Pole” was a destination at Dulles International Airport in 2008. (Tracy A. Woodward / The Washington Post via Getty Images / Getty Images)
The company even developed an airport code for the North Pole – JOY.
Make-A-Wish is also partnering with United this year for annual events for flights from Denver, Cleveland, Houston and Guam.
Fantasy Flight at Denver International Airport in 2014. (Brent Lewis / The Denver Post via Getty Images / Getty Images)
Fantasy flying kids meet pilots at Denver International Airport in 2014. (Brent Lewis / The Denver Post via Getty Images / Getty Images)
“The generosity of United and MileagePlus members through Miles on a Mission is life-changing for kids and teams,” Leslie Motter, President and CEO of Make-A-Wish America, said in a statement. Their families. ”
“These donated miles enable us to experience a change of desire that brings hope, joy and strength to endure through the most difficult times. We are deeply grateful for the ongoing partnership and dedication. “United's commitment to making a lasting impact on the lives of seriously ill children.”
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United said people who Want to donate Can provide air miles or money until the end of the year, and the airline will match up to 5 million miles and up to $ 500,000 through the “travel certificate doubles the impact and provides more life-changing aspirations.” Illy Coffee is donating to Make-A-Wish on the sale of cold drinks throughout December. Illy will donate $ 1 for each of the cold drinks sold on United Airlines up to $ 25,000 to support Organization.
