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.
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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.
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