United limits unaccompanied minors to nonstops

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CHICAGO (AP) — Hey, kids! United Airlines says children flying alone need to go nonstop or stay home. United said it’s no longer allowing children ages 5 to 11 to fly without an adult on flights that include connections. It also said its optional service for unaccompanied minors ages 12-17 will only be offered on nonstop flights.

CHICAGO (AP) — Hey, kids! United Airlines says children flying alone need to go nonstop or stay home. United said it’s no longer allowing children ages 5 to 11 to fly without an adult on flights that include connections. It also said its optional service for unaccompanied minors ages 12-17 will only be offered on nonstop flights.