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First Direct Flight From US to Greenland Since 2008 Lands on Trump’s Birthday

  • United Airlines operated the first direct nonstop flight from Newark to Nuuk, Greenland, landing on June 15, 2025, after nearly 20 years without such service.
  • The flight follows United’s October 2024 announcement and leverages Nuuk's new airport with a larger runway for bigger jets, enabling this seasonal twice-weekly summer service.
  • Passengers received a dedicated inflight menu and the captain called the trip the "absolute privilege of his career," while locals greeted the plane amid expanded tourism infrastructure.
  • In 2024, Greenland hosted about 145,000 tourists, including over 4,700 overnight North American visitors, and the government expects the new flights to boost local businesses and socio-economic benefits.
  • This route may enhance Greenland’s visibility and accessibility despite political tensions over U.S. interest in the island, as officials stress Greenland is not for sale and tourism aids economic diversification.
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The Epoch Times broke the news in New York, United States on Friday, June 13, 2025.
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