United Airlines CEO addresses string of incidents, tells passengers carrier is safe [Video]

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby reassured flyers in a letter this week that the carrier is looking into the string of incidents that have recently involved its planes, from engine and structural issues to a wheel falling off during takeoff.

At least six unrelated incidents have occurred on planes operated by United since the end of February. Five of them involved a Boeing plane.

“Safety is our highest priority and is at the center of everything we do,” Kirby said in a letter sent to United customers. “Unfortunately, in the past few weeks, our airline has experienced a number of incidents that are reminders of the importance of safety.” While the incidents were all unrelated, they “have our attention and have sharpened our focus,” Kirby said in the letter.