Southwest Says It Is Not Close to a Widebody Order
The airline has rejected reports of an imminent widebody purchase, while its filings show the Boeing 737 MAX remains the center of its fleet plan.
Southwest Airlines Co.
IATA: WN
ICAO: SWA
Callsign: SOUTHWEST
Active
Low-Cost Carrier
Airline Information
| Country | United States (US) |
|---|---|
| Type | Scheduled |
| IATA Code | WN |
| ICAO Code | SWA |
| Callsign | SOUTHWEST |
| Hub Airport | DAL — Love Field |
| Fleet Size | 712 aircraft |
| Average Fleet Age | 12.3 years |
| Founded | 1967 |
| Status | Active |
| Low-Cost Carrier | Yes |
Fleet Composition (682 aircraft)
| Aircraft Type | Count | Engine | Avg Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| |||
| ▶ Boeing 737 NG | 551 | JET | 11.2 yrs |
| |||
| ▶ Boeing 737 Classic | 131 | JET | 23.6 yrs |
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