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• Allison Lampert, Rajesh Kumar Singh
Southwest Airlines is leaning toward the Boeing 787 Dreamliner as it considers adding its first widebody aircraft, according to people familiar with the carrier’s fleet planning. The move would support a potential shift into long-haul international flying, marking a significant departure from the airline’s traditionally narrowbody-focused model.
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Southwest Airlines is leaning toward the Boeing 787 Dreamliner as it considers adding its first widebody aircraft, according to people familiar with the carrier’s fleet planning. The move would support a potential shift into long-haul international flying, marking a significant departure from the airline’s traditionally narrowbody-focused model.
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