United Airlines chief executive Jeff Smisek has stepped down in connection with a federal probe of the airline, with two other senior executives also leaving.

United Continental Holdings, Inc. announced that it has named Oscar Munoz as president and chief executive officer. Munoz will also continue to serve on United’s board of directors.

The Anguilla Tourist Board is pleased to announce the appointment of The PM Group as its North American marketing representative, effective September 1, 2015.

A British Airways Boeing 777-200 has caught fire on the ground at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas. Some 172 people were evacuated from the flight through emergency slides.

The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) launched a relief initiative called Caribbean Hotels Unite for Dominica. The island was devastated by Tropical Storm Erika.

The ‘Leading Villa Resort’ category rewards those resorts that not only offer world-class facilities but that also provide additional attractions and services, all seamlessly integrated.