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Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights

A fire at an electrical substation near Heathrow Airport has caused a significant power outage, leading to the full-day closure of one of the world's busiest hubs. Over 120 flights were diverted, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers and raising concerns about contingency planning.

2025-03-20T20:25:54.605790-07:00

Cranky Flier

Southwest Ends Free Checked Bags Policy Amid Business Overhaul

2025-03-11T04:04:29.488058-07:00

CNBC

American Airlines Faces $473 Million Loss in Q1 2025 Amid Economic Uncertainty

2025-04-24T04:47:07.322567-07:00

CNBC

Southwest Airlines Revises Year-End Projections Amid Economic Turbulence

2025-04-23T13:51:23.180095-07:00

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Wall Street Journal

US DOT Withdraws Consumer-Protection Suit Against Southwest Airlines The Transportation Department under the Biden administration has withdrawn its lawsuit against Southwest Airlines, which accused the carrier of misleading passengers on refunds and flight credits eligibility. Southwest had firmly rejected the allegations, and the government’s decision to drop the case removes a key regulatory challenge for the airline.

2025-05-16T18:27:02.400050-07:00

US DOT Withdraws Consumer-Protection Suit Against Southwest Airlines

Aviation Source

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Brake Fire on Southwest 737 MAX 8 Destroys Two Main Tires During Las Vegas Landing A brake fire on a Southwest Airlines 737 MAX 8 during its May 9 landing at Las Vegas’ Harry Reid International Airport destroyed two main landing-gear tires. The incident highlights thermal-runaway risks in high-utilization narrow-body operations and the critical need for robust brake monitoring and containment measures.

2025-05-15T19:47:56.827646-07:00

Brake Fire on Southwest 737 MAX 8 Destroys Two Main Tires During Las Vegas Landing

Reuters

Southwest Airlines to pay 1¢ to end suit over DEI flight awards A U.S. judge has signaled that Southwest Airlines will be ordered to pay a symbolic one cent to a conservative group to settle a lawsuit alleging its now-defunct program awarding free flights to Hispanic college students was discriminatory, ending the DEI dispute with a token damages award.

2025-05-15T15:47:04.293219-07:00

Southwest Airlines to pay 1¢ to end suit over DEI flight awards

Bloomberg Law

Fifth Circuit Blocks Reinstatement Order, Tosses Religious Training Mandate for Southwest Counsel The Fifth Circuit ruled that Southwest Airlines does not have to reinstate a flight attendant dismissed over graphic anti-abortion messages, and that a federal judge exceeded its authority in ordering the carrier’s in-house lawyers to attend religious liberty training following the discrimination suit.

2025-05-08T11:15:02.348460-07:00

Fifth Circuit Blocks Reinstatement Order, Tosses Religious Training Mandate for Southwest Counsel

johnnyjet.com

Southwest Flight Attendant’s In-Flight Journal Fosters Passenger Bonds at 30,000 Feet A Southwest Airlines flight attendant has introduced an onboard journal that invites travelers to share stories and reflections mid-flight, turning routine trips into interactive experiences. Since its rollout, the journal has spurred dozens of connections among passengers, highlighting the airline’s front-line efforts to personalize service and enhance passenger engagement.

2025-05-03T13:09:31.898785-07:00

Southwest Flight Attendant’s In-Flight Journal Fosters Passenger Bonds at 30,000 Feet

Breitflyte

Southwest Airlines Faces $149 Million Loss in Q1 2025 Amid Economic Challenges Southwest Airlines reported a net loss of $149 million in the first quarter of 2025 despite a 1.6% revenue increase to $6.4 billion. The airline's decision to withdraw 2025 financial forecasts reflects ongoing economic uncertainties impacting the aviation industry.

2025-04-25T10:24:14.299694-07:00

Southwest Airlines Faces $149 Million Loss in Q1 2025 Amid Economic Challenges

Aviation Week

Southwest Airlines Leverages Connectivity to Boost Off-Peak Traffic Southwest Airlines aims to enhance its network connectivity later this year to improve load factors during off-peak periods. This strategic move is part of the airline's broader initiative to optimize its operations amidst evolving market demands and economic pressures.

2025-04-24T16:31:59.829714-07:00

Southwest Airlines Leverages Connectivity to Boost Off-Peak Traffic

Bloomberg

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Southwest Airlines CEO Declares U.S. Airline Recession Onset Southwest Airlines CEO indicates the U.S. airline industry is already experiencing a recession, challenging standard economic declarations. This declaration signals significant repercussions for airlines, pushing industry leaders to reassess strategies amid declining demand influenced by macroeconomic pressures.

2025-04-24T12:32:16.612966-07:00

Southwest Airlines CEO Declares U.S. Airline Recession Onset

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