For pilots, Southwest’s compensation is based primarily on credited flight pay rather than a conventional fixed annual salary
Southwest Airlines Pilot
Southwest Airlines (WN) became embroiled in a major cockpit misconduct case after Captain Michael Haak stripped naked and watched p*rn during Flight 6607 from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) on August 10, 2020. Haak later pleaded guilty to a federal crime.
Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 diverts to Tulsa after the captain-side cockpit windscreen shatters at 31,000 feet.
Southwest Boeing 737 returns to Las Vegas after HUD unit strikes captain during takeoff, First Officer lands safely.
FAA proposes $304,272 fine against Southwest Airlines (WN) for failing drug & alcohol follow-up testing for 11 safety-sensitive employees.
Southwest Flight 2353 aborted its landing at Hollywood Burbank Airport after the pilot reported the runway was not clear on March 26.
Southwest Airlines (WN) employees are expressing frustration after the airline introduced a policy that restricts cabin jumpseat access to pilots and flight attendants only.
Southwest Airlines bans smart glasses for employees, citing privacy, safety, and legal compliance concerns.
First officers (Jr Pilots) at Southwest Airlines earn approximately US$106,000 per year at entry level and may rise to around US$229,000 per year with experience.
Southwest Airlines (WN) has become the first US carrier to deploy anti-terrorist cockpit barricades on new Boeing 737 MAX jets arriving from Seattle (SEA).