United CEO Oscar Munoz home from hospital after heart transplant

Friday, January 15, 2016
CHICAGO (WLS) -- The CEO of United Airlines is heading home after a successful heart transplant operation.

In a letter to employees Friday, Oscar Munoz said he feels as strong as ever after undergoing surgery at Northwestern Memorial Hospital last Wednesday.
[Ads /]
Munoz had been out on medical leave since he suffered a heart attack in October.

He said his new heart makes him feel like he's been give "a new set of wings" and looks forward to transitioning back to work.

Copyright © 2026 WLS-TV. All Rights Reserved.