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Airline ticket prices may stay high as carriers bank fuel relief from Iran deal

A U.S.-Iran peace deal has lowered oil prices, promising billions in fuel savings for airlines. However, passengers may not see immediate fare reductions due to limited flight capacity. Airlines are using these savings to improve their financial health rather than immediately lowering ticket prices, with fare increases still lagging behind…

The Economic Times

Is Southwest Airlines Stock Outperforming the S&P 500?

Southwest Airlines has outperformed the S&P 500 over the past year, and analysts are moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Barchart

‘Doing the Lord’s work’: Southwest worker says oversized bag fee is $100. Then she shows how to only pay $25

A TikTok creator has travelers taking notes. She claimed her tip could save passengers money at the airport. TikToker Brandi Keeping Up With B (@beehivenews) shared the video with 556,800 views. The woman claimed that passengers facing a $100 overweight baggage fee may have another option. She suggested purchasing an…

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These 3 Stocks Lowered Their Share Counts Drastically in Q1

Pinterest, Southwest Airlines, and United Therapeutics each executed significant share repurchases in Q1 2026, reducing their outstanding share counts by 16%, 5%, and 3.2%, respectively.

MarketBeat

Southwest exec says the free bag and assigned seating overhaul is already paying off

Executives at Southwest and MGM say reinvention—not tradition—is becoming essential as travelers grow more price-conscious and industry pressures mount.

Fortune

Woman Hears Loud Banging From the Bottom of Her Southwest Airlines. While Collecting Luggage, Her Stroller Has Only 3 Wheels: ‘Stuff of Nightmares’

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Southwest Airlines' Fat Tax No More As Controversial Plus-Size Policy Restores an Extra Free Seat

Southwest Airlines has reversed its policy requiring plus-size passengers to purchase extra seats, allowing gate agents to provide complimentary seating when available, following backlash from customers and advocacy groups.

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Southwest in U-turn on controversial passenger policy

Travelers previously accused the airline of charging a ‘fat tax’ with one of its policies

The Independent UK

Greg Abel Is Trying to Break Berkshire Hathaway’s Losing Streak on Airlines with New Delta Stock Bet

Famed Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett didn't have a lot of luck with the airline industry.

Barchart

Southwest Airlines to expand India global centre to 1,000 employees, executive says

The U.S. airline, which ‌opened its Global ⁠Innovation ⁠Center in India's Hyderabad city on Wednesday, has already hired more than a dozen employees and intends to scale up to 200 employees in the near term, Krishna Kallepalli, Vice President and Global Head of Innovation (India) at Southwest Airlines, said in…

The Economic Times

Southwest flight has so many brides on board that they make a game out of it: ‘Where is the plane going that there is so many?’

A Southwest Airlines flight had a surplus of brides on board. So, the flight crew, alongside the soon-to-be-married women, had a little celebration and practice run onboard. TikToker Emma Pio (@emmashavingfun) captured the genuine moment and posted it to TikTok. There, the post went viral, receiving more than 517,000 views…

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Southwest Airlines opens GIC in Hyderabad

Southwest Airlines has launched its Hyderabad Office, a Global Innovation Centre. This marks a significant expansion of its global business and technology operations. The centre will enhance reliable, secure, and efficient airline operations. It will develop next-generation solutions in artificial intelligence and data. Hyderabad's role in shaping future mobility and…

The Economic Times

Summer travelers who relied on Spirit Airlines may struggle to find budget alternatives

Spirit Airlines has ceased operations, leaving many Americans struggling to find affordable flights. Rising jet fuel costs, inflation, and intense competition are squeezing budget carriers. Consolidation is happening in the sector as airlines merge. This situation highlights the challenges for low-cost airlines to survive in the current economic climate.

The Economic Times

Spirit Airlines collapse sparks fears for future of cheap flights and budget carriers

Spirit’s demise is not the only challenge travelers face a week before the launch of summer travel

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Robots can’t travel on Southwest planes as passengers - or luggage, airline announces

The airline cited lithium-ion battery hazards as the primary reason for the ban

The Independent UK

NTSB urges airlines to train their pilots to deal with smoke in the cockpit

Safety experts recommended Wednesday that airlines develop realistic training to prepare their pilots to deal with smoke filling the cockpit like what happened on a Southwest Airlines plane after a bird strike in 2023

MarketBeat

KLX Energy Services Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

KLX Energy Services (NASDAQ:KLXE) reported first-quarter 2026 revenue of $145 million and adjusted EBITDA of $11.1 million, with management describing the period as the likely low point for the fiscal year due to seasonal headwinds, weather disruptions and customer delays. President and Chief Execu

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Forget stealing our jobs — robots are now coming for the most human pastime: causing havoc on public transport

Southwest Airlines had a robot passenger problem which caused an hour-long flight delay.

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‘What’s going on with this?’: California Southwest flight grounded for an hour over ‘unusual passenger’

The delay wasn’t human error for once.

The Mary Sue

Arizona woman paid $25 for a front seat on Southwest. Then they pulled the rug out and made her feel stupid: ‘I avoid them’

Alden Hultgren (@theravemama on TikTok), a disgruntled Southwest Airlines flyer, explained why she avoids them “like a plague.” The budget airline has been trimming down on customer benefits, and this has been disappointing to customers like Hultgren.

Kiplinger

Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2026: Airline Credit Card Rewards Programs

Find out which airline credit card rewards programs came out on top.

The Independent UK

Spirit pilot ‘overwhelmed’ by rival airline’s gesture after his final flight before retirement is canceled

Captain Jon Jackson was supposed to retire from Spirit on Saturday, the same day the low-cost airline announced it would cease operations immediately

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Arizona woman flew Southwest with family because it was the cheapest option. Then she realized the airlines doesn’t care: ‘I avoid them’

Absolutely no one is happy about Southwest’s new policies.

The Guardian - US

Spirit pilot gets ‘overwhelming’ send-off from Southwest after his final flight is cancelled

Jon Jackson was scheduled to fly his last flight on Saturday when Spirit ceased operations – Southwest staff stepped in

The Guardian - US

Spirit Airlines shutdown: how to get home and get refunds

If you’ve been snagged in the airline’s now-defunct flight schedule, here are some things to know about next steps

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