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Video: Near miss for Southwest Airlines flight landing in Chicago

The moment a Southwest Airlines plane was involved in a near-miss with a private jet at Chicago Midway Airport as it attempted to land on Tuesday, 25 February, was caught on video.

The Independent UK · Feb 25, 2025

Southwest Airlines flight abruptly rises to avoid another plane crossing Chicago runway

Pilots on a Southwest Airlines flight attempting to land at Chicago’s Midway Airport were forced to make the plane climb suddenly to avoid another aircraft crossing the runway

The Independent UK · Feb 25, 2025

WATCH: Southwest Plane Aborts Landing to Avoid Colliding With Jet in Chicago as FAA Hit by Layoffs

A Southwest Airlines flight at Chicago's Midway Airport swooped up during landing to avoid a close runway collision, as FAA safety concerns mount amid recent layoffs.

International Business Times · Feb 25, 2025

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Southwest Airlines plane narrowly avoids colliding with private jet in terrifying moment on airport runway

Flight 2504 managed to land safely after conducting a ‘go-around’ to avoid the Flexjet plane

The Independent UK · Feb 25, 2025

Essential Tips for Traveling with Pets: Navigating Airline Policies in 2025

Plan a stress-free flight with your pet in 2025. Learn about airline policies, preparation steps and essential tips for a comfortable journey.

Kiplinger · Feb 18, 2025

Southwest Airlines Layoff Staff For The First Time In Company's History: Over 1500 Jobs To Be Cut By April

Southwest Airlines, facing challenges and pressure from investors, will cut 1,750 corporate jobs—its first-ever layoffs—to save millions.

International Business Times UK · Feb 18, 2025

Southwest Airlines To Cut 1,750 Jobs In First-Ever Mass Layoffs

Southwest anticipates these job cuts will save $210 million in 2025 and $300 million in 2026. However, the company will also incur a one-time expense of $60 million to $80 million for severance and other related costs.

International Business Times · Feb 18, 2025

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Want 2-for-1 flights on Southwest? Check out the airline’s latest limited-time offer

If you open a new personal Southwest Rapid Rewards credit card before the end of March, you can earn a free one-year Companion Pass and 30,000 Rapid Rewards points.

Fortune · Feb 4, 2025

What Are Wall Street Analysts’ Target Price for Southwest Airlines Stock?

Southwest Airlines has underperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts are cautious about the stock’s prospects.

Barchart · Jan 31, 2025

Flights Resume At Reagan National Airport After Temporary Suspension

Reagan National Airport saw the resumption of flights with departures and arrivals from Southwest and Alaska Airlines.

Southwest pilot pulled from cockpit by cops in front of stunned passengers after ‘showing up to work drunk’

The flight was delayed by more than four hours, records show

The Independent UK · Jan 16, 2025

Transportation Department Cracks Down On Flight Delays

U.S. Transportation Department takes action against flight delays, suing Southwest Airlines, fining Frontier Airlines, and increasing scrutiny on safety.

Southwest Airlines Pauses Hiring And Events To Lower Costs

Southwest Airlines pauses hirings and events to cut costs amid board changes and pandemic challenges.

Southwest Airlines Pausing Hiring, Internship Program In Cost Cutting Move

The airline has suffered since the pandemic and is looking to save money where it can.

International Business Times · Jan 14, 2025

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Fortune · Jan 13, 2025

Southwest is the latest big firm to choose a CFO search over succession planning

Tammy Romo, EVP and CFO at Southwest Airlines, will retire on April 1.

Barchart · Jan 8, 2025

Southwest Airlines’ Quarterly Earnings Preview: What You Need to Know

With Southwest Airlines gearing up to release its fourth-quarter earnings later this month, analysts expect a single-digit growth in quarterly earnings.

MarketBeat · Jan 7, 2025

How Buffett’s Best and Worst Stock Bets Have Fared 5 Years Later

Warren Buffett's stock picks from Q4 2019 have gone on wildly different rides. Some have skyrocketed, while other's are now out of the portfolio altogether.

The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2024

Travelers warned about hidden danger in their luggage as millions fly for the holidays

Data from the Federal Aviation Administration has shown that fires caused by lithium-ion batteries now happens nearly twice a week on U.S. flights

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The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2024

Today is one of the busiest travel days of the year. More than 6,100 flights are delayed

A record number of travelers are expected to take to the skies this holiday season

Fortune · Dec 11, 2024

Southwest Airlines' lawsuit could be a ‘new playbook’ for DEI litigation moving forward

“This lawsuit signals a new and more aggressive approach."

Benzinga · Dec 6, 2024

A Glimpse Into The Expert Outlook On Southwest Airlines Through 10 Analysts

10 analysts have shared their evaluations of Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.

Benzinga · Dec 5, 2024

Southwest Airlines Lifts Q4 Guidance, Launches $750 Million Stock Buyback

Southwest Airlines (LUV) to launch $750 million stock buyback program by Q1 2025. Revises Q4 guidance, expects RASM up 5.5-7.0% and lower capacity.

The Independent UK · Nov 30, 2024

Southwest Airlines says it is ending cabin service earlier due to injury risk

Beginning on Dec. 4, a Southwest spokesperson said, flight attendants will begin preparing the cabin for landing at an altitude of 18,000 feet instead of 10,000 feet

The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2024

US budget airlines are struggling. Will pursuing premium passengers solve their problems?

Delta and United Airlines have become the most profitable U.S. airlines by targeting premium customers while also winning a significant share of budget travelers

Evening Standard · Nov 19, 2024

Southwest flight drama as phone battery sets fire to plane seat causing evacuation

The passenger whose phone ignited the blaze had to be treated for burns on their hand

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