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Southwest Airlines Abandons Fuel Hedging to Cut Costs

Southwest Airlines has announced the termination of its fuel hedging policy as part of a strategic initiative to further reduce operational costs. This move comes amidst broader efforts to modify its business model and enhance financial performance.

2025-03-31T03:49:54.895914-07:00

The Guardian

Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights

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

Southwest to Lay Off 1,750 Corporate Staff in Historic Cost-Cutting Move

2025-02-17T14:22:06.468849-08:00

Southwest Airlines News Timeline

AeroTime

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Southwest Airlines Abandons Fuel Hedging to Cut Costs Southwest Airlines has announced the termination of its fuel hedging policy as part of a strategic initiative to further reduce operational costs. This move comes amidst broader efforts to modify its business model and enhance financial performance.

2025-03-31T03:49:54.895914-07:00

Southwest Airlines Abandons Fuel Hedging to Cut Costs

beatofhawaii.com

Hawaii Visitor Surge Closes on Pre-COVID Levels amidst Shifting Travel Dynamics As Hawaii's travel numbers surge to near pre-pandemic levels, airline leaders brace for potential changes in the state's tourism landscape, influenced by emerging travel trends and external factors reshaping the market dynamics.

2025-03-29T14:27:29.269585-07:00

Hawaii Visitor Surge Closes on Pre-COVID Levels amidst Shifting Travel Dynamics

The Points Guy

Southwest Airlines Adopts Assigned Seating, Revamps Boarding Southwest Airlines is transitioning to an assigned seating model, marking a significant change to its longstanding open boarding policy. This move aims to enhance the boarding experience and streamline operations as the carrier adapts to evolving passenger expectations.

2025-03-28T08:27:50.574802-07:00

Southwest Airlines Adopts Assigned Seating, Revamps Boarding

Skift

Delta Lures Southwest Elites with New Status Match Offer Delta Air Lines is aggressively targeting Southwest Airlines' elite members by offering a status match for Southwest's A-List and A-List Preferred customers. This strategic move aims to capture a larger share of the frequent flyer market by leveraging attractive perks for switching allegiance.

2025-03-27T12:39:39.230855-07:00

Delta Lures Southwest Elites with New Status Match Offer

Wall Street Journal

Southwest Airlines Drops Costly Jet Fuel Hedging Strategy Southwest Airlines has abandoned its long-standing jet fuel hedging program due to high costs, marking a significant strategic shift. The decision reflects mounting financial pressures and signals a move towards more conventional energy procurement in an evolving aviation market.

2025-03-21T13:19:59.741995-07:00

Southwest Airlines Drops Costly Jet Fuel Hedging Strategy

PaxEx.Aero

Southwest Airlines Files FAA Complaint Over San Antonio Terminal Dispute Southwest Airlines has formally lodged a complaint with the FAA regarding ongoing disputes about terminal reconstruction and gate allocations at San Antonio Airport. This marks an escalation in tensions as the airline seeks resolution to accommodate growing operational demands.

2025-03-21T09:59:51.765396-07:00

Southwest Airlines Files FAA Complaint Over San Antonio Terminal Dispute

The Guardian

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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

Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights

NBC News

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Southwest 737 Aborts Taxiway Takeoff at Orlando A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-800 mistakenly commenced its takeoff on a taxiway at Orlando International Airport before reaching 70 knots on March 20. The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed that air traffic control averted a potential incident by canceling the takeoff clearance.

2025-03-20T13:15:08.448088-07:00

Southwest 737 Aborts Taxiway Takeoff at Orlando

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