Southwest Airlines Flies Into ‘New Era,’ Evolving Storied Brand

Southwest aircraft in airport

In announcing significant changes to Southwest’s traditional model, CEO Bob Jordan pointed to the evolving preferences of new generations.

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Over the decades, Southwest Airlines has disciplined the industry, inciting change with its unique model and cost structure. Now, the carrier is responding to external pressures with changes of its own, announcing some of the most significant shifts since its founding. The Dallas-based carrier will...
Christine Boynton

Christine Boynton is a Senior Editor covering air transport in the Americas for Aviation Week Network.

Sean Broderick

Senior Air Transport & Safety Editor Sean Broderick covers aviation safety, MRO, and the airline business from Aviation Week Network's Washington, D.C. office.

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