FILE - In this file photo taken Feb. 6, 2009, tarmac workers prepare a United Airlines Airbus 320 for departure from a gate at Denver International Airport in Denver. United Airlines confirmed on Thursday, June 4, 2009, that it will seek bids from airplane makers Boeing Co. and rival Airbus for a major jet order that could be placed as soon as this fall. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
Busy day at the Sonoma County Airport: For the first time in 16 years, United is scheduled to land at the airport. That begins three daily departures from Sonoma County to SFO to connect fliers with destinations around the world. Checked baggage will not have to be re-screened in San Francisco. The 45-minute flight will depart Santa Rosa at 6am, 2:05pm and 5:20pm beginning today.