Jake Brace Quotations

The numbers tell the story. Year to date in 2005, the company's operating earnings improved by over $450 million, despite fuel costs that are $1.3 billion higher than last year. When United exits bankruptcy in February 2006, we will be ready to compete aggressively with the best carriers in a way that is distinctly United.

The work we have done significantly improves United's ability to compete with the best U.S. airlines,

We did everything that we set out to do. We have to wait a couple of days to get the final order we need.

Being able to reach a global, consensual agreement with the creditor's committee prior to confirmation is the goal in any restructuring and is an enormous accomplishment.

I suspect that the trial has spurred action on both sides,

Even at these levels, our financial performance fits within the envelope that is out there.

Response to syndication of our exit facility is yet another validation of the substantial and sustainable improvements made during our restructuring.

I think this is a much, much different United Airlines than the one that existed in 2002.

We look forward to working with our new independent auditors and we're eager to continue building our professional relationship.

We look forward to confirming the (reorganization) plan next week and exiting bankruptcy next month ready to compete with the strongest carriers.