Southwest Airlines switches to assigned seating
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines announced a huge change for passengers. It will shift to assigned seats starting sometime next year.
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines announced a huge change for passengers. It will shift to assigned seats starting sometime next year.
Federal regulators are raising scrutiny of Southwest Airlines after a series of troubling incidents
Southwest Airlines is under increased scrutiny by federal safety officials. The move comes after a series of recent incidents including planes flying too low over water and taking off from a closed runway.
Southwest Airlines is under increased scrutiny by federal safety officials. The move comes after a series of recent incidents including planes flying too low over water and taking off from a closed runway.
Global Microsoft outage affects DFW Airport operations, other North Texas businesses
A global internet outage is causing big problems for airlines, retail stores, banks, gas stations and even DPS offices here in North Texas. Here's what a cybersecurity firm says caused the issue.
A global internet outage is causing big problems for airlines, retail stores, banks, gas stations and even DPS offices here in North Texas. Here's what a cybersecurity firm says caused the issue.
Officials investigate Southwest flight that departed from closed runway
There is a heightened focus on the aviation industry after a spate of runway incursions and near-miss events at airports nationwide.
There is a heightened focus on the aviation industry after a spate of runway incursions and near-miss events at airports nationwide.
How Boeing's latest crisis could affect your summer travel plans
The CEO of Boeing surprised lawmakers when he told them his company has not taken any new orders in two months. The airplane maker is also struggling to fill current orders. That puts more pressure on its customers, including Dallas-based Southwest Airlines.
The CEO of Boeing surprised lawmakers when he told them his company has not taken any new orders in two months. The airplane maker is also struggling to fill current orders. That puts more pressure on its customers, including Dallas-based Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines celebrates 53rd birthday with $53 one-way tickets
Southwest Airlines is celebrating its 53rd birthday by offering one-way tickets for as low as $53.
Southwest Airlines is celebrating its 53rd birthday by offering one-way tickets for as low as $53.
Southwest Airlines flight to Hawaiian island plunges, comes within 400 feet of Pacific Ocean: Report
The Boeing aircraft reportedly dropped from approximately 16,000 feet to just 400 feet above the Pacific Ocean.
The Boeing aircraft reportedly dropped from approximately 16,000 feet to just 400 feet above the Pacific Ocean.
Boeing 737 experiences 'Dutch roll' during flight; FAA investigating
The incident occurred during a Southwest flight from Phoenix to Oakland, California on May 25.
The incident occurred during a Southwest flight from Phoenix to Oakland, California on May 25.
Southwest Airlines CEO says he won’t resign. A hedge fund is trying to get him fired
The CEO of Southwest Airlines said Wednesday he will not resign in the face of pressure from a hedge fund that wants him fired.
The CEO of Southwest Airlines said Wednesday he will not resign in the face of pressure from a hedge fund that wants him fired.
Activist investor buys $1.9 billion stake in Dallas-based Southwest Airlines
On Monday, Elliott Investment Management bought an 11% stake in the company for $1.9 billion. In a letter to the company board, Elliott called on the airline to make leadership changes and replace CEO Bob Jordan and executive chairman Gary Kelly.
On Monday, Elliott Investment Management bought an 11% stake in the company for $1.9 billion. In a letter to the company board, Elliott called on the airline to make leadership changes and replace CEO Bob Jordan and executive chairman Gary Kelly.
Southwest raises fees for EarlyBird check-in, Upgraded Boarding
Southwest increased the price range of certain perks that allow passengers to board sooner and better pick their preferred seat.
Southwest increased the price range of certain perks that allow passengers to board sooner and better pick their preferred seat.
Southwest Airlines tries to overturn fine for firing anti-abortion flight attendant
Attorneys for the flight attendant argue that Southwest Airlines violated federal laws protecting workers from religious-based discrimination.
Attorneys for the flight attendant argue that Southwest Airlines violated federal laws protecting workers from religious-based discrimination.
Airlines file lawsuit over Biden's 'hidden junk fees' crackdown
U.S. airlines, including American, Delta, and United, have filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration to overturn a new rule requiring upfront fee transparency, arguing it overreaches authority and confuses consumers, while the Transportation Department vows to defend against what it calls "hidden junk fees."
U.S. airlines, including American, Delta, and United, have filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration to overturn a new rule requiring upfront fee transparency, arguing it overreaches authority and confuses consumers, while the Transportation Department vows to defend against what it calls "hidden junk fees."
Southwest pilots' hours may be cut due to Boeing delivery delays: Reuters
According to Reuters, Southwest is considering reducing the hours because of over-staffing costs brought on by a delay in the planned delivery of dozens of Boeing jets.
According to Reuters, Southwest is considering reducing the hours because of over-staffing costs brought on by a delay in the planned delivery of dozens of Boeing jets.
Southwest considering changing its boarding and pick-your-seat processes
Get ready for changes in boarding and seating at Southwest Airlines.
Get ready for changes in boarding and seating at Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines flight attendants ratify a contract that will raise pay about 33% over 4 years
Flight attendants at Southwest Airlines have ratified a contract that includes pay raises totaling more than 33% over four years, as airline workers continue to benefit from the industry's recovery since the pandemic.
Flight attendants at Southwest Airlines have ratified a contract that includes pay raises totaling more than 33% over four years, as airline workers continue to benefit from the industry's recovery since the pandemic.
Southwest will limit hiring and drop 4 airports after loss. American Airlines posts 1Q loss as well
Both Southwest and American Airlines reported first-quarter losses Thursday. Demand for travel remains strong, including among business flyers, but airlines are dealing with higher labor costs, and delays in aircraft deliveries are limiting their ability to add more flights.
Both Southwest and American Airlines reported first-quarter losses Thursday. Demand for travel remains strong, including among business flyers, but airlines are dealing with higher labor costs, and delays in aircraft deliveries are limiting their ability to add more flights.
Southwest flight bound for Houston returns to Denver Airport after engine cover falls off
A Southwest flight destined for Houston had to return to Denver International Airport after the engine cowling fell off during takeoff, prompting an investigation by FAA officials and rescheduling passengers for a three-hour delay.
A Southwest flight destined for Houston had to return to Denver International Airport after the engine cowling fell off during takeoff, prompting an investigation by FAA officials and rescheduling passengers for a three-hour delay.
An engine on a Southwest Airlines jet caught fire before taking off from Texas. FAA is investigating
The plane was a Boeing 737-800, an older model than the 737 Max.
The plane was a Boeing 737-800, an older model than the 737 Max.
Southwest reaches a labor agreement with flight attendants
Southwest Airlines has reached a tentative agreement on a new contract with union flight attendants. The airline announced the deal Wednesday but did not disclose details of the agreement.
Southwest Airlines has reached a tentative agreement on a new contract with union flight attendants. The airline announced the deal Wednesday but did not disclose details of the agreement.