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Southwest Airlines B737 Struck by Bullet at Dallas Love Field

A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 was struck by gunfire while preparing for departure at Dallas Love Field, with the bullet impacting near the cockpit. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported among passengers or crew, and the suspect remains at large as authorities investigate the incident.

2024-11-15T22:16:48.792881-08:00

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Southwest 737 Hit by Bullet at Dallas Love Field; No Injuries

2024-11-17T20:06:33.972154-08:00

Reuters

Elliott Demands Honeywell Split After $5B Stake Purchase

2024-11-12T07:26:22.740278-08:00

cpr.org

Southwest Airlines Evacuates Flight via Slide after Battery Fire at Denver

2024-11-15T20:08:09.644360-08:00

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AeroTime

Southwest 737 Hit by Bullet at Dallas Love Field; No Injuries A bullet struck a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-800 preparing for takeoff from Dallas Love Field to Indianapolis. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported, and law enforcement has been notified. The incident involved Flight 2494 on Friday night, just underneath the flight deck.

2024-11-17T20:06:33.972154-08:00

Southwest 737 Hit by Bullet at Dallas Love Field; No Injuries

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Southwest Airlines B737 Struck by Bullet at Dallas Love Field A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 was struck by gunfire while preparing for departure at Dallas Love Field, with the bullet impacting near the cockpit. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported among passengers or crew, and the suspect remains at large as authorities investigate the incident.

2024-11-15T22:16:48.792881-08:00

Southwest Airlines B737 Struck by Bullet at Dallas Love Field

cpr.org

Southwest Airlines Evacuates Flight via Slide after Battery Fire at Denver A Southwest Airlines flight was evacuated via emergency slide at Denver International Airport due to a cellphone battery fire. The incident, involving prompt evacuation measures, is currently under investigation as authorities assess passenger safety protocols and equipment reliability.

2024-11-15T20:08:09.644360-08:00

Southwest Airlines Evacuates Flight via Slide after Battery Fire at Denver

Dallas Morning News

Southwest Airlines Denies Elliott's Influence on Recent Changes Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan clarified that recent organizational changes were strategic and not a response to pressure from Elliott Investment Management. This comes after successfully defending against an activist investor and job calls, reflecting ongoing resilience in the leadership under Jordan.

2024-11-12T18:25:52.000177-08:00

Southwest Airlines Denies Elliott's Influence on Recent Changes

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Elliott Demands Honeywell Split After $5B Stake Purchase Elliott Investment Management, an activist investor, has acquired a stake exceeding $5 billion in Honeywell International. The firm is urging Honeywell to separate its Aerospace and Automation divisions, aligning its strategy with recent trends among industrial conglomerates to unlock full potential.

2024-11-12T07:26:22.740278-08:00

Elliott Demands Honeywell Split After $5B Stake Purchase

Bloomberg

Southwest Offers Employee Buyouts Amid Boeing Delivery Delays Southwest Airlines is initiating voluntary separation packages for workers at 18 airports due to ongoing delays in aircraft deliveries from Boeing. This move aims to align its workforce with reduced operational capacity, impacting major hubs including Los Angeles and Atlanta.

2024-11-11T12:02:15.187649-08:00

Southwest Offers Employee Buyouts Amid Boeing Delivery Delays

Dallas Morning News

Southwest and Elliott Resolve Dispute, Future Uncertain Southwest Airlines has reached a settlement with Elliott Investment Management, addressing immediate activist investor concerns. However, questions remain about the long-term strategic direction for Southwest, as investors continue to scrutinize its business performance and growth trajectory.

2024-11-11T07:22:17.814805-08:00

Southwest and Elliott Resolve Dispute, Future Uncertain

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IndiGo Co-Founder Gangwal Named Southwest Board Chair Amid Elliott Dispute Resolution Rakesh Gangwal, co-founder of IndiGo Airlines, was appointed independent chair of Southwest Airlines' board, succeeding Gary Kelly. This leadership change follows the resolution of a dispute with activist investor Elliott Management, marking a new chapter for the budget carrier.

2024-11-04T06:01:53.500732-08:00

IndiGo Co-Founder Gangwal Named Southwest Board Chair Amid Elliott Dispute Resolution

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