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Southwest Airlines breaks with another tradition and checked bags will cost you now

Southwest Airlines says it’s going to begin charging certain customers a fee to check bags, as the budget airline continues to look for ways to increase its revenue

The Independent UK

Southwest plane passenger slammed for saving three rows for entire family

A fellow passenger on the flight recalled interacting with the seat saver in a post on Reddit

The Independent UK

Two Southwest passengers get ‘VIP’ experience after discovering they’re the only travelers on their plane

The two friends were traveling from Utah to Arizona

The Independent UK

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Commercial Flight Go-Around Maneuvers: Safety Precautions Explained

Learn about recent go-around incidents in commercial flights and the importance of safety measures in aviation.

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Trump Congratulates Southwest for Narrowly Avoiding Collision With Private Jet, Says Pilot 'Must Have Been Sleeping!'

Trump praises Southwest pilots for avoiding a near-collision in Chicago, blames other jet's pilot for "sleeping" amid rising concerns over FAA staffing shortages due to DOGE-led layoffs.

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Southwest Airlines Flight Forced To Go Around Midway Airport

Southwest Airlines flight executes go-around at Chicago's Midway Airport to avoid collision. Investigation ongoing.

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US: Runway collision averted at Chicago Airport; watch video

Southwest Flight 2504 landed safely at the airport after the flight crew had to perform a go-around to prevent a potential incident. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Close Call At Chicago Midway Airport: Southwest Plane Avoids Collision

Close call between Southwest Airlines plane and private jet at Chicago Midway Airport raises safety concerns in aviation operations.

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Video: Near miss for Southwest Airlines flight landing in Chicago

The moment a Southwest Airlines plane was involved in a near-miss with a private jet at Chicago Midway Airport as it attempted to land on Tuesday, 25 February, was caught on video.

The Independent UK

Southwest Airlines flight abruptly rises to avoid another plane crossing Chicago runway

Pilots on a Southwest Airlines flight attempting to land at Chicago’s Midway Airport were forced to make the plane climb suddenly to avoid another aircraft crossing the runway

The Independent UK

WATCH: Southwest Plane Aborts Landing to Avoid Colliding With Jet in Chicago as FAA Hit by Layoffs

A Southwest Airlines flight at Chicago's Midway Airport swooped up during landing to avoid a close runway collision, as FAA safety concerns mount amid recent layoffs.

International Business Times

Southwest Airlines plane narrowly avoids colliding with private jet in terrifying moment on airport runway

Flight 2504 managed to land safely after conducting a ‘go-around’ to avoid the Flexjet plane

The Independent UK

Essential Tips for Traveling with Pets: Navigating Airline Policies in 2025

Plan a stress-free flight with your pet in 2025. Learn about airline policies, preparation steps and essential tips for a comfortable journey.

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Southwest Airlines Layoff Staff For The First Time In Company's History: Over 1500 Jobs To Be Cut By April

Southwest Airlines, facing challenges and pressure from investors, will cut 1,750 corporate jobs—its first-ever layoffs—to save millions.

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Southwest Airlines To Cut 1,750 Jobs In First-Ever Mass Layoffs

Southwest anticipates these job cuts will save $210 million in 2025 and $300 million in 2026. However, the company will also incur a one-time expense of $60 million to $80 million for severance and other related costs.

Fortune

Want 2-for-1 flights on Southwest? Check out the airline’s latest limited-time offer

If you open a new personal Southwest Rapid Rewards credit card before the end of March, you can earn a free one-year Companion Pass and 30,000 Rapid Rewards points.

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What Are Wall Street Analysts’ Target Price for Southwest Airlines Stock?

Southwest Airlines has underperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts are cautious about the stock’s prospects.

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Flights Resume At Reagan National Airport After Temporary Suspension

Reagan National Airport saw the resumption of flights with departures and arrivals from Southwest and Alaska Airlines.

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The Independent UK

Southwest pilot pulled from cockpit by cops in front of stunned passengers after ‘showing up to work drunk’

The flight was delayed by more than four hours, records show

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Transportation Department Cracks Down On Flight Delays

U.S. Transportation Department takes action against flight delays, suing Southwest Airlines, fining Frontier Airlines, and increasing scrutiny on safety.

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Southwest Airlines Pauses Hiring And Events To Lower Costs

Southwest Airlines pauses hirings and events to cut costs amid board changes and pandemic challenges.

International Business Times

Southwest Airlines Pausing Hiring, Internship Program In Cost Cutting Move

The airline has suffered since the pandemic and is looking to save money where it can.

Fortune

Southwest is the latest big firm to choose a CFO search over succession planning

Tammy Romo, EVP and CFO at Southwest Airlines, will retire on April 1.

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Southwest Airlines’ Quarterly Earnings Preview: What You Need to Know

With Southwest Airlines gearing up to release its fourth-quarter earnings later this month, analysts expect a single-digit growth in quarterly earnings.

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How Buffett’s Best and Worst Stock Bets Have Fared 5 Years Later

Warren Buffett's stock picks from Q4 2019 have gone on wildly different rides. Some have skyrocketed, while other's are now out of the portfolio altogether.

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