The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has initiated legal action against Southwest Airlines and fined Frontier Airlines for chronic flight delays. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg emphasized that airlines must provide realistic flight schedules, as chronic delays disrupt passenger travel and …
Southwest Airlines has entered a sale-leaseback agreement for 36 Boeing 737-800s with Babcock & Brown Aircraft Management, leasing them back for 26 to 37 months to support fleet modernization and shareholder value. The deal is part of Southwest’s “Even Better” …
On December 23, 2024, a brawl between passengers on Southwest Airlines Flight WN1699 forced the Boeing 737-700 to return to Phoenix shortly after takeoff for Columbus, Ohio. The incident raised concerns over holiday travel behavior. Phoenix Police investigated upon landing, …
On December 11, 2024, a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 experienced a tire burst upon landing at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) after flying from Phoenix. The incident caused damage to the aircraft’s undercarriage, prompting a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) investigation. …
As of May 2024, Southwest Airlines flight attendants are among the highest-paid in the aviation industry, with starting hourly wages around $33.55, and annual salaries ranging from $35,500 to $69,000 depending on experience. A new contract has led to a …
Southwest Airlines will revise its landing procedures starting December 4, 2024, to enhance cabin crew safety during turbulence. The new protocol requires cabin crew to secure the cabin at 18,000 feet, 8,000 feet earlier than the current standard. This change …
On November 15, 2024, a Southwest Airlines flight at Dallas Love Field Airport was struck by a bullet while taxiing for takeoff. Fortunately, no injuries were reported among passengers or crew. The aircraft, a Boeing 737 MAX 8, was damaged …
A Southwest Airlines flight was evacuated at Denver International Airport when a cell phone battery ignited, causing a seat fire. The Boeing 737, carrying 108 passengers, was preparing to depart for Houston. Passengers evacuated using emergency slides and the jet …
