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Leanna Perry, Drunk Southwest Airlines Passenger, Is a Well-Known Illustrator: Here Are The Brands She Collaborated With

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

International Business Times UK · Jun 20, 2025

Woman Has Epic Meltdown On Plane After Being Forced To Sit Next To “Fat” Passenger

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

Bored Panda · Jun 19, 2025

Leanna Perry, Drunk Southwest Passenger Who Pulled Hair and Body-Shamed Woman Was 'Possessed', Say Horrified Witnesses

Witnesses say Perry appeared "possessed" during the incident, which quickly went viral online.

International Business Times UK · Jun 19, 2025

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Woman Kicked Off Flight After Pulling Woman's Hair, Saying She 'Didn't Want to Sit Next to a Fat Lady'

A woman was removed from a flight en route to Kansas City after having a breakdown after boarding, saying she did not want to sit next to "a f***ing fat lady".

Latin Times · Jun 18, 2025

NTSB urges quick fix on some plane engines to prevent smoke from filling cabin after a bird strike

Safety experts recommend that the engines on Boeing’s troubled 737 Max airplanes and some Airbus models be modified quickly to prevent smoke from filling the cockpit or cabin after a safety feature is activated following a bird strike

The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2025

Southwest Airlines: Short Interest Plunges—Should You Buy?

A recent geopolitical shock has sent oil prices higher unexpectedly, which might usually make investors avoid airline stocks altogether.

MarketBeat · Jun 17, 2025

No More Free Bags? Why This Could Be A Costly Mistake For Southwest Airlines

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…

Grocery Coupon Guide · Jun 4, 2025

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Can I take my portable charger on a flight? The rules after several airlines ban using the device

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

The Independent UK · Jun 2, 2025

Don’t Get Caught Off Guard by Southwest’s New Portable Battery Policy

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

Kiplinger · Jun 2, 2025

Airlines raked in over $7B in revenue thanks to check-in bag fees

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

The Independent UK · May 28, 2025

Southwest Airlines flyers warned of final day before decades-old policy change

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

The Independent UK · May 27, 2025

Southwest makes another policy change for passengers - this time with how you charge your phone

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

The Independent UK · May 21, 2025

Southwest Airlines will require chargers be kept out while in use because of battery fire concerns

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

The Independent UK · May 20, 2025

Southwest Airlines hints at a significant international expansion and more foreign flights

Filing with Transportation Department points at broader goals.

Fortune · May 14, 2025

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Fortune · May 7, 2025

The best airline depends on where you sit, finds J.D. Power's 2025 airline satisfaction survey

With bookings down, customer service might be more important this year.

Barchart · May 5, 2025

Are Wall Street Analysts Bullish on Southwest Airlines Stock?

Southwest Airlines has outperformed the broader market over the past year, yet analysts remain cautious about its future outlook.

Latin Times · Apr 28, 2025

Southwest Airlines Passenger Stripped Down and Pooped in Her Seat Midflight

A Southwest Airlines passenger stripped naked and defecated in her seat during a flight to Chicago.

International Business Times · Apr 24, 2025

Southwest Airlines Slashes Flight Schedule and Suspends Outlook, Citing Economic Uncertainty

Southwest Airlines cuts flights and suspends its financial outlook as economic uncertainty weakens travel demand.

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MarketBeat · Apr 22, 2025

Unusual Options Activity Signals Bullish Shift to Travel Stocks

With a sudden shift in sentiment for travel stocks, investors now have a window of opportunity to squeeze through two stocks.

The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2025

Passengers on Southwest flight evacuated after engine fire forces plane's return

All passengers on a Southwest Airlines flight are safe after their plane had to be evacuated when an engine fire forced it to return to a Houston airport

The Independent UK · Apr 15, 2025

Southwest Airlines irks customers by killing another popular policy

Southwest announced a slew of changes last month that go into effect on May 28

International Business Times · Mar 19, 2025

Frontier Airlines Offers Free Bags to Lure Frustrated Southwest Passengers

Frontier Airlines offers free checked bags to attract Southwest passengers upset over the airline's new baggage fees.

MarketBeat · Mar 18, 2025

Southwest Airlines Could Triple From Here—Here's How

In the airline industry, there is a company that stands out in its upside potential today, and there is a path for it to potentially triple from today's prices.

Kiplinger · Mar 15, 2025

4 Turnaround Stocks to Consider – and 2 More to Keep an Eye On

A turnaround stock is a struggling company with a strong makeover plan that can pay off for intrepid investors.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 13, 2025

Southwest Airlines Says New Bag Fees Aren’t As Bad As Luka Doncic Trade

There is a lot to unpack here (no pun intended).

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