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Alaska Airlines 737 MAX Aborts Takeoff in Nashville to Prevent Runway Collision

An Alaska Airlines 737 MAX aborted a high-speed takeoff at Nashville International Airport to avoid a Southwest 737 crossing the runway. The abrupt stop resulted in deflated tires, and the FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident to examine potential safety violations.

2024-09-12T17:11:00.696666-07:00

Associated Press

Southwest Overhauls Board; Gary Kelly Steps Down Amid Elliott Pressure

2024-09-10T05:01:10.167337-07:00

The Airline Observer

Gary Kelly Steps Down Amid Elliott's Pressure at Southwest

2024-09-11T04:07:15.625234-07:00

Skift

DOT Probes Big Four Airlines' Frequent Flyer Program Transparency

2024-09-05T11:01:11.879093-07:00

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Airways Magazine

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Alaska Airlines 737 MAX Aborts Takeoff in Nashville to Prevent Runway Collision An Alaska Airlines 737 MAX aborted a high-speed takeoff at Nashville International Airport to avoid a Southwest 737 crossing the runway. The abrupt stop resulted in deflated tires, and the FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident to examine potential safety violations.

2024-09-12T17:11:00.696666-07:00

Alaska Airlines 737 MAX Aborts Takeoff in Nashville to Prevent Runway Collision

The Airline Observer

Gary Kelly Steps Down Amid Elliott's Pressure at Southwest Southwest Airlines Chairman Gary Kelly and six directors will retire in November following pressure from activist investor Elliott Management. Despite the leadership shake-up, CEO Robert Jordan remains backed by the board, aiming to stabilize investor concerns.

2024-09-11T04:07:15.625234-07:00

Gary Kelly Steps Down Amid Elliott's Pressure at Southwest

Bloomberg

Southwest Airlines Intensifies Pilot Training After Safety Scrutiny Southwest Airlines Co. mandates additional training for its pilots at the Dallas base following multiple flight incidents. The heightened training comes in response to an exhaustive safety review by US regulators, aiming to bolster operational safety measures.

2024-09-10T13:47:47.991791-07:00

Southwest Airlines Intensifies Pilot Training After Safety Scrutiny

Associated Press

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Southwest Overhauls Board; Gary Kelly Steps Down Amid Elliott Pressure Southwest Airlines has announced a significant board restructuring, with Executive Chairman Gary Kelly and six directors retiring amid pressure from activist investor Elliott Investment Management. The move comes as Southwest aims to address governance concerns and implement leadership changes.

2024-09-10T05:01:10.167337-07:00

Southwest Overhauls Board; Gary Kelly Steps Down Amid Elliott Pressure

Aviation Week

Saffire Initiates Construction of Corn-Based SAF Plant in Kansas Saffire Renewables, backed by Southwest Airlines, has commenced construction of a pioneering facility in Kansas. The plant will convert corn stover into cellulosic ethanol, later upgraded to sustainable aviation fuel, with operations set to begin in Q4 2025.

2024-09-05T15:49:46.399373-07:00

Saffire Initiates Construction of Corn-Based SAF Plant in Kansas

Skift

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DOT Probes Big Four Airlines' Frequent Flyer Program Transparency The U.S. Department of Transportation has initiated a formal investigation into the frequent flyer programs of American, Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines. The probe aims to determine if these programs are fair to consumers amidst concerns about point devaluation and lack of transparency.

2024-09-05T11:01:11.879093-07:00

DOT Probes Big Four Airlines' Frequent Flyer Program Transparency

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Oakland Lawsuit Targets Southwest Airlines for Sick Leave Violations The City of Oakland has filed a new lawsuit against Southwest Airlines, alleging ongoing violations of paid sick leave laws despite a 2020 settlement. The lawsuit, filed in Alameda County Superior Court, accuses the airline of not fulfilling its legal obligations to its employees.

2024-09-05T03:59:03.218252-07:00

Oakland Lawsuit Targets Southwest Airlines for Sick Leave Violations

Reuters

Elliott Acquires 10% Stake to Initiate Southwest Airlines Leadership Change Elliott Investment Management has surpassed the 10% ownership threshold in Southwest Airlines, enabling it to call a special meeting. The hedge fund is expected to push for leadership changes, potentially ousting CEO Robert Jordan and Executive Chairman Gary Kelly, amid Southwest's declining market value.

2024-09-02T16:16:54.506992-07:00

Elliott Acquires 10% Stake to Initiate Southwest Airlines Leadership Change

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