Southwest Airlines ranked last among 10 North American airlines in October 2026, recording just 68.90% on-time arrivals. Its cancellation rate also increased, removing its previous reliability advantage. Meanwhile, Delta led the rankings, United narrowed the gap, and JetBlue recorded the largest monthly improvement.
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Southwest Airlines flight attendant salary in 2026, including starting pay, seniority-based earnings, benefits, requirements and the recruitment process.
Southwest Airlines is preparing to introduce the Boeing 737 MAX 7 in March 2027. The 150-seat aircraft will feature Recaro seats, Starlink Wi-Fi, in-seat power and larger overhead bins. It will support fleet replacement, extended-overwater operations and increased passenger comfort while leaving Southwest without a dedicated first-class cabin.
Former Spirit Airlines flight attendant Anthony Weaver surrendered to Florida authorities in October 2026 over allegations of financial exploitation involving an elderly woman. The investigation centers on alleged bank account misuse and approximately $6,892 in expenses, while a separate case involving an American Airlines flight attendant concerns an alleged $25,310 sweepstakes fraud scheme targeting an older Florida resident.
Southwest Airlines flight attendant Lisa Patterson has filed a disability discrimination lawsuit, alleging that the airline rejected reasonable accommodations for her severe pet allergy. She says the available options forced her to choose between losing income and risking serious illness when cats and dogs were present in the cabin.
An Air Canada Express CRJ900 was ordered to stop shortly after receiving takeoff clearance at St. Louis Lambert International Airport as a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 approached to land.
A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 returned to the gate in Las Vegas after pilots reported heavy smoke coming from its right main landing gear.
Southwest Airlines favors the Boeing 787 Dreamliner for long-haul expansion as it evaluates fleet options, leasing and aircraft availability.
Southwest Airlines (WN) is preparing its largest-ever summer schedule for 2027, with an 11-route expansion centered on Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), Nashville International Airport (BNA), and San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Southwest union faces $1.5M Carter case costs, raising questions over legal fees, member dues, and financial oversight.