Southwest Airlines announces 20 firm Boeing 737-800 deliveries in 2012

16-Dec-2010
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : Today, Gary Kelly, Southwest Airlines Chairman, President, and CEO spoke at the Wings Club in New York City and shared additional details on introducing the Boeing 737-800 to the Southwest fleet.

Southwest Airlines to offer more new service and more low fares from Newark Liberty International

16-Dec-2010
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : Today, Southwest Airlines announced ten additional daily nonstop flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) with three daily nonstops to Baltimore/Washington International (BWI), three daily nonstops to Denver International (DIA), two daily nonstops from Houston Hobby (HOU), and two daily nonstops to Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX), beginning June 5, 2011.

Nashville International Airport: Southwest Airlines announces seasonal service changes

12-Oct-2010
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : Southwest Airlines has informed the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority that it will adjust its flight schedule for the spring of 2011, including seasonally adding service to several new markets: Providence and Seattle.

Southwest Airlines statement regarding the TWU 556 Executive Board vote on the Boeing 737-800

16-Sep-2010
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : The decision to bring the Boeing 737-800 into the Southwest Airlines fleet moved one step closer today as the Executive Board of the Transport Workers Union (TWU) Local 556, representing more than 9,700 Southwest Flight Attendants unanimously approved a tentative agreement reached with the Company.

Southwest Airlines purchases shares in UATP

14-Sep-2010
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : Southwest Airlines has purchased shares in the UATP Network becoming an active UATP Shareholder effective immediately. Southwest is a current UATP Merchant and accepts all UATP corporate cards in all sales channels.

Southwest Airlines rapid rewards welcomes Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Onboard

20-Aug-2010
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) announced today the addition of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. as a new Partner of the carrier's frequent flyer program, Rapid Rewards.

Southwest Airlines celebrates one year at Boston Logan

18-Aug-2010
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) started its Boston Logan (BOS) service with ten daily nonstop flights to two destinations, Chicago Midway and Baltimore/Washington International.

Southwest Airlines exploring opportunity to add 737-800 to fleet; decision not finalized

16-Aug-2010
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer Mike Van de Ven sent a message to Southwest Employees today that the airline has been evaluating the opportunity to introduce the Boeing 737-800 into its fleet as part of its domestic network.

Mediation dates set for teamsters and Southwest Airlines stock clerks

29-Jul-2010
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : The Southwest Airlines (SWA) stock clerks represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and Southwest Airlines will be entering mediation on Aug. 9 for their initial two-day session.

Southwest Airlines announces rapid rewards double credits for flights to/from Philadelphia

16-Jul-2010
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA : Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) has introduced a double credit Rapid Rewards frequent flyer promotion when Members travel between Philadelphia and Baltimore/Washington, or Washington (Dulles) from July 15 through September 30, 2010.