United Airlines Will Feel Hurricane Harvey’s Impact

At Houston, United Airlines operates its second-biggest hub -- and one of its most profitable. One analyst estimates $265 million in lost revenue from Hurricane Harvey.

At Houston’s George Bush International Airport, United Continental Holdings Inc. (UAL) operates its second-largest hub -- and one of its most profitable.

Cowen & Co. analyst Helane Becker estimated the carrier will lose at least $265 million in current quarter revenue due to the impact of Hurricane Harvey, assuming the airport reopens Thursday.