Southwest and Boeing Announce New 737 MAX Deal
Boeing and Southwest Airlines have announced a new 737 MAX order for 100 airplanes and 155 options across two models.
Southwest Gifting Some Customers Free A-List Status
Southwest is offering some people the opportunity to get a taste of A-List perks for three months. The offer was sent out by email in recent days.
Southwest Pilot Caught on Hot Mic Cursing Out Bay Area Residents
A Southwest Airlines pilot was recorded on a hot mic ranting and trash talking Bay Area residents. The short clip went viral online after being recorded by Live ATC, which livestreams air traffic control audio transmissions.
Southwest Bets on Summer Travel with 31 New Routes
Southwest Airlines is betting on increased leisure travel for spring and summer, with another expansion. The airlines is adding 31 new routes to its leisure network with focus on Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and Austin, Texas.
Southwest Airlines Reverts to Pre-Pandemic Boarding Procedure
For almost a year now, Southwest Airlines had a pandemic policy of boarding passengers in smaller groups to promote social distancing.
Southwest Airlines Announces 5 New Routes
Santa Barbara and Fresno will become the 12th and 13th cities in California served by Southwest once service begins in April of this year.
(Update) Big News from Southwest for Companion Pass, Elite Status and Travel Funds
The airline said it will extend the benefits for current tier status Members and Companion Pass holders. It is also extended expiration date for travel funds and adding the option to convert them into Rapid Rewards points.
Southwest Will Avoid Furloughs Thanks to Latest Stimulus Package
Besides $600 checks, additional unemployment assistance and much more, the package also includes $15 billion to help airlines maintain their payrolls.
