United Airlines is trimming about 5% of its flights after fuel prices skyrocketed due to the Iran conflict, with costs more than doubling in just a few weeks. Instead of drastic cuts, the airline is scaling back less profitable routes and off-peak flights while still pushing ahead with big long-term growth plans, including hundreds of new aircraft deliveries. Despite the shake-up, travel demand is still booming, with record-breaking booking weeks keeping things optimistic. For now, it’s all about riding out the fuel price surge without hitting the brakes on future expansion.