United Airlines NASDAQ: UAL said third-quarter revenue rose 17.4% year over year to a record $17.9 billion, as the carrier raised fares amid higher fuel costs and continued to gain share in its hub markets. The airline posted third-quarter adjusted earnings per share of $2.54 and a 6.2% pre-tax margin, within its prior guidance range. Fuel prices accelerated during the quarter, increasing expenses by $1.8 billion from a year earlier, according to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Mike Les ...