DALLAS– Big changes are coming toSouthwest Airlines.The Dallas-based airline announced Thursday it is putting an end to its open seating policy, will begin offering premium seating and is introducing redeye fl
NATIONAL — Southwest Airlines is getting rid of its open seating system. For the first time in its history, the low-fare carrier will move to assigned seats, allowing it to charge a premium for some seats on its planes. The airline said passengers were hoping for the change. According to...
Months after ditching its open seating policy, Southwest Airlines is ending its most recognizable perks: Free checked baggage. The airline will begin charging for the first and second checked bag beginning on May 28, Southwest announced Tuesday. However, members of its A-List loyalty program or ...
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This news comes two months after Southwest executivesfirst unveiled plansin late July to add extra-legroom seats and ditch its trademark seating policy, a unique arrangement that's been a hallmark of the airline for the last half-century. ...
The Dallas-based airline announced Thursday it will be ending its open seating policy, will begin offering premium seating.
The presentation documents say that 80% of Southwest flyers would prefer assigned seats, and the open seating policy is the No. 1 reason that passengers do not return. "When you have 800 aircraft to retrofit, we have technology work to do," Jordan said. " I think it's moving very quick...
Tomi Muñoz and Steven Romero, who flew Southwest from Denver to Los Angeles for a vacation Thursday morning, said they’d like to see the airline maintain low ticket prices. The frequent travelers said they’ve never had an issue with the open seating policy. ...
Southwest Airlines is significantly overhauling its boarding process, and the Priority Boarding program is getting a major update under new leadership. In a major strategic pivot, the airline will end its open seating policy. Assigned seating, together with premium boarding, an...
The airline had announced in April that it was looking at a change in its seating policy that has been in effect for its entire 50 year history. Southwest is under pressure from activist investors who have been pushing for changes in management and growth in profitability. ...