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• Allison Lampert, Rajesh Kumar Singh
Southwest Airlines is leaning toward Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner as its first widebody aircraft while evaluating a move into long-haul international markets, according to three people familiar with the carrier’s fleet planning. The consideration signals a potential shift in the airline’s fleet and network strategy.
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Southwest Airlines is leaning toward Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner as its first widebody aircraft while evaluating a move into long-haul international markets, according to three people familiar with the carrier’s fleet planning. The consideration signals a potential shift in the airline’s fleet and network strategy.
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