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The Latest Breaking News from Southwest Airlines

Airline Sparks Outrage With Controversial New Rule Affecting Plus-Size Passengers

Passengers who “encroach upon the neighboring seat(s)” will have to pay for an extra ticket in advance.

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Passenger attacked in viral hair-pulling incident sues Southwest, blaming the airline’s ‘free-for-all’ seating policy

Exclusive: Livia Rombola’s attorney told The Independent that Southwest Airlines’ lack of assigned seating ‘was a substantial factor’ in causing the wild melee

The Independent UK

An airline will introduce a new policy that will affect plus-size travelers. Here’s how

Southwest Airlines will soon require plus-size travelers to pay for an extra seat in advance if they can't fit within the armrests of one seat

The Independent UK

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Southwest Airlines' Demands Plus-Size Passengers Book Extra Seats in Advance Starting January 27

Southwest Airlines is changing its 'Customer of Size' policy. Starting 27 January, plus-size passengers must now buy a second seat in advance if they need more room.

International Business Times UK

Southwest pilot arrested for DUI denies bodycam footage shows he was drunk

David Allsop’s attorney says ‘experts’ have weighed in on the police bodycam footage and concluded the field sobriety tests were not conducted properly

The Independent UK

‘Is this like a thing? I’m so confused’: Southwest Airlines pilot hangs out window to clean plane window with Sprite. Why?

Like any window, cockpit windshields should be cleaned. Normally, these methods will either include mild detergent with water or aviation glass cleaner. But what about a sparkling beverage? An airline passenger sought answers from 7 million viewers after witnessing an airline pilot clean his cockpit windows with what she believed…

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“If airlines can damage professional-grade instruments and then refuse to take responsibility, it puts every traveling musician at risk”: Emily Wolfe’s signature guitar smashed inside hardcase during flight – airline taking no responsibility

Pete Thorn and Gilby Clarke have had the same issues with the firm

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Southwest Airlines apologizes after two blind passengers left behind by plane

‘Nobody told us anything,’ one of women said after all other passengers were rebooked on earlier flight amid delays

The Guardian - US

3 Stocks Every Value Investor Should Watch Out for Right Now

Three stocks have been screened for their potential upside in the coming months, making them a perfect place to be for value investors today.

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Internet Outage Brings Southwest Flights to a Halt as Airline Faces More Turbulence at the Top

Southwest Airlines suffered a major internet outage on 31 July 2025, grounding roughly 40% of its national departures and triggering a board chair transition amid ongoing operational upheaval.

International Business Times UK

Is Wall Street Bullish or Bearish on Southwest Airlines Stock?

Southwest Airlines has lagged behind the S&P 500 over the past year, and Wall Street analysts remain skeptical about the stock’s future performance.

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Southwest Airlines launches ticket sales for flights with assigned seating in major policy U-turn

All Southwest tickets purchased for travel starting January 27, 2026, will feature assigned seating

The Independent UK

US passenger plane plunges 300ft to avoid mid air crash with British fighter jet

According to flight data from FlightAware, the plane dropped 91 metres (300 feet) in just 36 seconds

Evening Standard

Two injured after Southwest plane plummets to avoid potential collision

Reports say plane flying from Burbank to Las Vegas took dramatic plunge after takeoff to avoid Hawker Hunter jet

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Benzinga

Southwest's Rocky Q3 Outlook Sparks Doubts Over Steep Q4 Profit Climb

Southwest Airlines Company (NYSE:LUV) shares are trading relatively flat on Friday.

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Southwest Airlines Reports Worse-Than-Expected Q2, But Sees 'Constructive Backdrop' For Back Half Of 2025

Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) released its second-quarter results after Wednesday's closing bell. Here's a look at the key figures from the quarter.

Benzinga

Southwest Airlines Adds St. Thomas To Growing Caribbean Network

Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) plans to expand its route network in 2026, starting with new service to Cyril E. King International Airport (STT) in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands.

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‘We need to stop being polite’: Southwest passenger issues warning after male seatmate got ‘touchy’ with her. Here’s how to get a flight attendant to help

A woman on TikTok says she was harassed while sharing a Southwest Airlines flight with a man she had just met. The reason? She didn’t talk to him despite his constant pestering.

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International Business Times UK

Southwest Airlines Cancels Flights: What's Happening and What You Can Do

Southwest cancels flights across the US amid tech issues and weather chaos. Discover what's happening and learn how to rebook, request a refund, or receive compensation quickly.

The Mary Sue

‘God forbid a working lady multitask’: Woman tries to get help at Southwest Airlines customer service desk. Then they catch her online shopping

A flier captured footage of a Southwest Airlines worker who seemed to be online shopping while assisting a customer at a service counter.

Benzinga

Runway Ready: Can Aviation Safety Tech Be The Next Frontier For Aerospace ETFs?

Following a series of sobering near-miss incidents in U.S. airports, most recently when a Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV) plane came close to departing from a taxiway in Orlando, air carriers are focusing now on what could be the most priceless upgrade since in-flight Wi-Fi: cockpit alerts that scream at pilots before…

The Independent UK

Southwest Airlines considers adding premium class and airport lounges to compete in crowded market

In midst of transformation, airline looks to introduce services for high-spending travelers as it overhauls business model

The Mary Sue

‘Should’ve married a pilot’: Southwest pilot gets asked question by couple after flight. Then he sees the look on the woman’s face

A pilot for Southwest Airlines says that a woman on one of his recent flights regretted a major life decision after her husband asked him a few questions.

International Business Times UK

Leanna Perry, Drunk Southwest Airlines Passenger, Is a Well-Known Illustrator: Here Are The Brands She Collaborated With

Famed artist Leanna Perry's violent, drunken airport outburst shocks public, damaging her reputation despite her successful career.

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Woman Has Epic Meltdown On Plane After Being Forced To Sit Next To “Fat” Passenger

Leanna Perry was escorted off the plane at 1 AM before takeoff and charged with aggravated assault.

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