Airlines

Southwest Airlines Scraps Free Checked Bags Policy, Marking a Major Shift

In a major policy shift, Southwest Airlines has announced that it will discontinue its long-standing policy of offering two free...

March 13, 2025 John Cushma 2573

Air Routes

Southwest Airlines Expands Network with New Routes

Southwest Airlines has announced new routes and an extended flight schedule, now open for bookings through November 1, 2025. As...

February 9, 2025 John Cushma 2043

Airlines

Southwest Airlines Adjusts In-Flight Service to Mitigate Turbulence Risks

Southwest Airlines has announced updates to its in-flight service protocols aimed at reducing the risk of turbulence-related injuries. Effective December...

December 1, 2024 John Cushma 608

Airlines

Southwest Airlines Flight Evacuated After Phone Battery Fire at Denver Airport

On November 15, 2024, a Southwest Airlines flight was evacuated at Denver International Airport (DEN) after a passenger’s cell phone...

November 20, 2024 John Cushma 678

Airlines

Budget Airlines Begin to Roll Out Premium Seating Options to Meet Rising Passenger Expectations

In response to changing passenger expectations and the need to increase revenue amid heightened operational costs, budget airlines such as...

November 5, 2024 John Cushma 485

Air Routes

Southwest Airlines Adds New Redeye Routes and International Service from Colorado Springs

Southwest Airlines is set to make significant network expansions in 2025 with the addition of 13 new redeye routes and...

November 3, 2024 John Cushma 813