Southwest Airlines
Southwest Airlines, founded in 1967, has emerged as a stalwart of the American aviation landscape. Serving over 100 destinations across the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean, Southwest Airlines has helped revolutionize air travel with its low-cost model. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Southwest Airlines to cut 15 percent of corporate staff in mass layoff
Southwest Airlines' reduction will account for about 15 percent of corporate positions, including senior leadership and directors.
Southwest Airlines sued by DOT over flight delays on 2 major routes
DOT sues Southwest Airlines, accusing the airline of chronic flight delays while citing unrealistic scheduling that disrupted passengers.
Most on-time airlines in 2024 announced with American carrier in top three
A new report has revealed which airlines had the most success when it came to arriving on schedule in 2024, with two U.S. airlines making the global top ten.
Woman kicked off Southwest Airlines flight over pet cat's "smell"
A viral post details a woman's experience on a flight after her cat soiled itself during a rough landing.
Woman shares piece of her mind as plane delayed for late passengers
After one woman posted a video about her slight flight delay, TikTok users were divided on how they would feel about it.
Brawl breaks out on Southwest Airlines flight
A flight returned to Phoenix on Monday after a reported fight on board the aircraft.
Woman takes Southwest flight, unprepared for what finds onboard: 'strange'
One woman ended up on a flight with just 15 people on it, a rare occasion that few passengers get to experience.
Map shows flight cancellations, delays as snow hits 12 states
Thousands of U.S. flights have been delayed on Friday, with more than 100 canceled
Construction set to begin on $1.4 billion Texas airport project
An airport in San Antonio, Texas, is set to begin construction today after being delayed by lengthy preparations and legal issues.
How Southwest Airlines is changing in-flight service
In-flight service, such as the sale of food and beverages, will soon end ten minutes earlier on Southwest flights.
Southwest Airlines cabin landing changes revealed
Southwest Airlines has announced its cabin staff will begin landing preparations at 18,000 feet, an increase on the current 10,000 feet.
Buttigieg offers sharp response to airline CEOs over regulation comments
"The passenger protections that we have put in place deservedly enjoy broad public, bipartisan support," Buttigieg said Thursday.
Southwest Airlines plane hit by gunfire in Dallas
A Southwest Airlines plane was struck by a bullet while preparing to take off from Dallas Love Field Airport on Friday evening.
Southwest Airlines makes biggest change ever after profits plunge
Southwest Airlines is scrapping its open seating system.
FAA launches probe into Southwest after plane almost crashes into ocean
Southwest Airlines has faced several potential flight safety incidents in recent months, including one where a plane descended to just 150 feet above the water.
Flying taxis could be reality in California
California companies are developing aircraft for urban air-taxi services, aiming to provide faster, quieter, and cleaner commutes.
Measles warning issued to California flight passengers
Alarm raised as infected traveler puts dozens of passengers and staff at risk on a Southwest Airlines flight.
Severe weather behind Southwest Airlines 'Dutch Roll': NTSB
The National Transportation Safety Board believes that the severe storm the plane endured while parked at New Orleans contributed to the May incident.
Southwest jet's takeoff on closed runway nearly hits ground vehicle
A catastrophe was narrowly averted when a packed Boeing 737 took off without clearance from Portland International Airport.
Boeing MAX plane's near disaster sparks new federal probe
The FAA is investigating a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Max 8 that reportedly dropped within hundreds of feet of the Pacific Ocean off Hawaii in April.
How U.S. airline loyalty programs compare
Looking to make the most of your air miles? We unpack all the perks offered by the loyalty programs on major U.S. airlines.
Southwest Airlines problems paint worrying picture for other companies
A ripple effect is taking place in the aviation industry thanks to historic problems at Boeing.
Southwest Airlines issues $75 vouchers for some customers
The Department of Transportation made it a requirement for Southwest to compensate customers for delays and cancelations after the airline's problems in 2022.
Southwest Airlines is in trouble
The Dallas-based carrier has been financially hampered by ongoing issues with manufacturer Boeing, leading to a major rejig of operations.
List of 2024 Boeing plane incidents after Southwest engine part falls off
An engine cowling falling off a Southwest Airlines plane on Sunday is the latest incident involving a Boeing aircraft.
Fist Fight breaks out on Southwest flight to Hawaii
Two men were involved in a bloody altercation at 35,000 feet aboard the flight from Oakland, California.
Hundreds of US flights canceled amid extreme weather
Major winter storms which brought snow and blizzard conditions to swathes of the U.S. this week have had an ongoing impact on air travel.
Fury as passenger reserves plane seats with unusual method—"Took advantage"
"Some behaviors are being normalized due to nobody simply saying no," wrote one commenter on the viral post.
Blizzard sparks major flight delays at Southwest Airlines' busiest airport
Hundreds of flights at Denver International Airport were delayed on Tuesday.
Southwest Airlines issues update amid Christmas travel surge
A Southwest spokesperson said the airline's operation is "healthy and stable" following cancellations and delays over the weekend.
