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Southwest weighs Boeing 787s as it considers long-haul international expansion

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Southwest Airlines is reportedly considering adding new or used Boeing 787s, a major departure from its 737-only fleet, as it evaluates long-haul international flying. Routes under consideration have included Europe and Latin America, with Africa and Asia also discussed, according to the articles.

Discovered 2026-10-08T16:04:40.981623-07:00 | 2026-10-08T16:04:40.981623-07:00

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  • A 787 would mark a fundamental change to Southwest’s fleet model, adding widebody aircraft and the operational complexity of a new aircraft type.
  • Long-haul service could extend Southwest’s network beyond its established short- and medium-haul profile; the airline has examined routes to Europe and Latin America, as well as possible service to Africa and Asia.

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