United Airlines joined my first name and middle name on boarding pass. How to correct this?
I am traveling within the US, but my boarding pass shows my first name and middle name joined as such: Firstmiddle instead of First Middle. How do I correct this, or is this something that shouldn't be a problem with identification? I am already on hold with the airline to bring this to their attention, but I am not sure if there's a better way to correct this.
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Having worked on airline reservations software development teams, PNR name records are usually using antiquated systems and the names are limited to 10 characters for first-middle name. They id you by your drivers license or passport numbers (if that) If you think John Smith is a problem, wait until you see some Asian and pacific islander names, and even middle eastern names... ArtsrunHovhannisyan, VohanHovhannisyan, and a million duplicate Zhang Wei Changs, Wang Fang Chungs, etc. The systems were not designed to handle long names so they are often, very often abbreviated. I.A.T.A. and others have been trying for decades to fix things like this.
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What if my first and middle name are together on boarding pass?
Information. [International]My first name and middle name are joined together on the ticket. Will this cause problems when boarding? There is no problem with your name on your ticket as long as it is shown exactly the same on your passport excluding spaces in between.How do I change my name on my United boarding pass?
On the homepage, under My Trips tab, you can access your itinerary. Provide with your confirmation number and the last name provided on the e-ticket. With all the correct details, you will be able to access the itinerary on your screen. Now, you can make any allowed changes to modify your existing info.Does middle name matter boarding pass?
Not all airlines require a middle name on boarding passes. Some ask for a middle initial or don't prompt you at all. However, the TSA's Secure Flight Program involves tighter guidelines on names on documents in order to cut back on the number of passengers being misidentified.How do I change the name on a ticket with United?
For assistance with the name change on tickets, talk to experts at Name Change Helpline Number: +1-202-982-2462 (available 24/7).United Airlines Name Change and Correction Policy +1 (833) 584-0869
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