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Southwest Adjusts Cabin Service Timing for Passenger Safety

Effective December 4, Southwest Airlines will modify cabin service schedules to mitigate turbulence-related injury risks. This operational change is in response to data indicating a significant portion of airline incidents are turbulence-related, enhancing passenger and crew safety during flights.

2024-11-30T09:28:09.648010-08:00

Seattle Times

FAA Declines Immediate Action on Boeing 737 MAX Engines Post Bird Strikes

2024-11-26T18:43:01.463736-08:00

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SAAF Rooivalk Helicopters Withdrawn from UN Mission in DRC

2024-12-02T00:47:30.661749-08:00

Aviation Week

FAA Reviews Safety of 737 MAX Engines After Bird Strike Incidents

2024-11-22T02:00:27.160241-08:00

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defenceWeb

SAAF Rooivalk Helicopters Withdrawn from UN Mission in DRC The South African Air Force has returned its Rooivalk attack helicopters from the Democratic Republic of Congo, where they were part of the UN peacekeeping mission. The first helicopter was transported by a Silk Way Airlines Ilyushin Il-76 on November 27.

2024-12-02T00:47:30.661749-08:00

SAAF Rooivalk Helicopters Withdrawn from UN Mission in DRC

Associated Press

Southwest Adjusts Cabin Service Timing for Passenger Safety Effective December 4, Southwest Airlines will modify cabin service schedules to mitigate turbulence-related injury risks. This operational change is in response to data indicating a significant portion of airline incidents are turbulence-related, enhancing passenger and crew safety during flights.

2024-11-30T09:28:09.648010-08:00

Southwest Adjusts Cabin Service Timing for Passenger Safety

Seattle Times

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FAA Declines Immediate Action on Boeing 737 MAX Engines Post Bird Strikes The FAA concluded that immediate regulatory action on Boeing 737 MAX LEAP-1B engines is not warranted despite recent birdstrike incidents. This decision follows an internal review assessing potential vulnerability and impact on engine safety across the fleet.

2024-11-26T18:43:01.463736-08:00

FAA Declines Immediate Action on Boeing 737 MAX Engines Post Bird Strikes

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Southwest Airlines Adjusts Landing Procedures Amid Turbulence Concerns Starting December 4, Southwest Airlines will require flight attendants to be seated earlier during landings, as concerns over turbulence increase. Cabin preparations will begin at 18,000 feet instead of the conventional 10,000 feet to safeguard crew safety.

2024-11-26T15:07:37.255240-08:00

Southwest Airlines Adjusts Landing Procedures Amid Turbulence Concerns

Aviation Week

NTSB Investigates 737 MAX Safety System After Southwest Bird Strike The NTSB is scrutinizing a safety device on the 737 MAX after a December 2023 bird strike with a Southwest Airlines aircraft. The investigation aims to assess the reliability and effectiveness of the safety system triggered during the incident.

2024-11-25T16:20:07.578649-08:00

NTSB Investigates 737 MAX Safety System After Southwest Bird Strike

New York Times

Southwest Airlines Struggles to Regain Profitability Amid Industry Shifts Once a stalwart in the aviation sector, Southwest Airlines is now facing challenges adjusting to an evolving air travel landscape. Despite strategic changes, the carrier continues to grapple with difficulties that have prevented a return to profitability, contrasting its historically resilient financial performance.

2024-11-24T02:07:57.206527-08:00

Southwest Airlines Struggles to Regain Profitability Amid Industry Shifts

Simple Flying

Southwest Airlines Gate Agents Transform Boarding Area Into Fashion Runway In Nashville

2024-11-22T22:53:37.979785-08:00

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The Points Guy

Southwest Enhances Rapid Rewards Cash + Points Scheme Southwest Airlines adjusts its Rapid Rewards program to allow frequent flyers to earn points on the paid portion of cash + points redemptions. This move is expected to enhance customer engagement and increase flexibility in the airline's loyalty offerings.

2024-11-22T04:55:20.150737-08:00

Southwest Enhances Rapid Rewards Cash + Points Scheme

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