The Latest Breaking News from Southwest Airlines

Famed artist Leanna Perry's violent, drunken airport outburst shocks public, damaging her reputation despite her successful career.

Leanna Perry was escorted off the plane at 1 AM before takeoff and charged with aggravated assault.

Southwest Airlines has long been celebrated for its customer-friendly policies, notably the “Bags Fly Free” perk that distinguished it from competitors. However, as of May 28, 2025, this hallmark policy has been retired. Passengers now face fees of $35 for the first checked bag and $45 for the second, aligning…

Flight operators from Emirates to Virgin Australia have introduced new power bank regulations following fire safety concerns

Flying with a power bank? Southwest’s new policy may change how you use it onboard.

Southwest has ended its nearly 50-year "Bags Fly Free" policy, joining other U.S. airlines in profiting from record checked bag fees.

Southwest had built campaigns around its policy of letting passengers check up to two bags for free

Southwest Airlines will introduce a new policy on May 28 that will require flyers to use their portable chargers in plain sight

Passengers on Southwest Airlines flights will soon be required to keep their portable chargers in plain sight while using them because of concerns about the growing number of lithium battery fires