All articles tagged with #southwest airlines
Originally Published 10 days ago — by WRAL
A minor incident occurred at Raleigh-Durham International Airport where an Avelo plane being towed clipped the winglet of a parked Southwest Airlines plane. No injuries or delays resulted, and both planes were unoccupied at the time.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by KUT
In 2026, Austin's airport will see a significant increase in nonstop flights, especially from Southwest Airlines, which plans to operate up to 132 daily departures, including new destinations and seasonal routes. The airport is also undergoing major expansions and renovations to accommodate growth, despite ongoing air traffic controller shortages that may cause delays. Several airlines are adjusting their schedules, with some relocating operations and adding new routes, making travel from Austin more convenient and diverse.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Yahoo Finance
Southwest Airlines ended its free checked bags policy to boost profits, but the move has not yielded the expected financial gains, with profits falling 42% in the first nine months of the year and no significant revenue increase from bag fees, despite ongoing brand changes and new seating options.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by CNBC
Despite a 42% profit decline in the first nine months of 2025, Southwest Airlines' stock has surged nearly 24%, driven by strategic initiatives like switching to assigned seating and offering extra legroom for a fee, which analysts believe will boost future earnings. The airline's transformation efforts and market optimism have led to a significant stock rally, even amid industry challenges and demand dips.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by SWA Newsroom
Southwest Communications is sharing news updates and encourages following on social media, with contact information provided for reporters and a subscription option for newsroom updates.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by Fortune
Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan is taking a stand against excessive meetings by blocking his calendar every Wednesday to Friday afternoon to focus on work, highlighting a broader trend among business leaders to reduce ineffective meetings and improve productivity. Other CEOs like Jensen Huang and Jamie Dimon are also adopting strategies to streamline meetings, emphasizing the importance of purposeful and efficient interactions in the workplace.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Yahoo Finance
Southwest Airlines, once highly rated for customer service, is facing customer dissatisfaction due to recent policy changes such as baggage fees, assigned seating, and new rules for disabled passengers. The airline's latest controversy involves introducing pistachio snacks for extra legroom passengers, which has sparked widespread criticism and may lead to some customers avoiding the airline altogether.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNBC
Southwest Airlines reported a surprise third-quarter profit and expects strong demand and higher fares to drive record sales in the upcoming quarter, despite a year-over-year profit decline and a previous downward revision of its 2025 profit forecast.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by southwestairlinesinvestorrelations.com
Southwest Airlines reported a record third quarter with $6.9 billion in revenue, exceeding expectations due to strong operational performance and successful transformation initiatives, including new seating options and expanded partnerships, reaffirming their full-year EBIT guidance of $600-$800 million.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Fox Business
Southwest Airlines is overhauling its boarding process by switching from open seating to assigned seating starting January 27, introducing the new WILMA boarding method that prioritizes window seats, and simplifying gate lines, as part of a broader effort to modernize its fleet and improve customer experience.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by New York Post
Southwest Airlines has unveiled a revamped cabin for its Boeing 737 MAX 8 fleet, featuring extra legroom, larger overhead bins, new seats with adjustable headrests, and upgraded lighting and decor, with the rollout beginning October 16 as part of a broader effort to modernize and boost revenue.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CNN
Southwest Airlines has introduced new Boeing 737 jets equipped with a retractable barrier to protect the cockpit when pilots open the door during flight, enhancing safety following FAA regulations and industry recommendations post-9/11. The airline plans to install these barriers on all new aircraft, although retrofitting existing planes is not yet certified.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Koreaboo
Southwest Airlines has introduced a new policy requiring plus-size passengers who don't fit within the armrests to pay for an extra seat, sparking mixed reactions online, especially in Korea, where the policy has gone viral. The policy allows refunds if the flight isn't fully booked, but not guaranteed, and will be implemented from January 27.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Reuters
Southwest Airlines has begun operating its first Boeing 737 MAX 8 equipped with a secondary cockpit barrier, a safety feature mandated by the FAA to prevent unauthorized access to the flight deck, marking a significant step in aviation security following the 9/11 attacks. The airline plans to retrofit about 25 new aircraft with this safety feature, aligning with new regulations that extend the compliance deadline to 2026.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by OutKick
Lee Corso received an emotional farewell from Southwest Airlines before his final appearance on College Gameday, celebrating his legendary career with fans, crew, and passengers, marking a heartfelt end to an iconic tenure in college football broadcasting.