How U.S. airline loyalty programs compare
Looking to make the most of your air miles? We unpack all the perks offered by the loyalty programs on major U.S. airlines.
Southwest Airlines problems paint worrying picture for other companies
A ripple effect is taking place in the aviation industry thanks to historic problems at Boeing.
Southwest Airlines issues $75 vouchers for some customers
The Department of Transportation made it a requirement for Southwest to compensate customers for delays and cancelations after the airline's problems in 2022.
Southwest Airlines is in trouble
The Dallas-based carrier has been financially hampered by ongoing issues with manufacturer Boeing, leading to a major rejig of operations.
List of 2024 Boeing plane incidents after Southwest engine part falls off
An engine cowling falling off a Southwest Airlines plane on Sunday is the latest incident involving a Boeing aircraft.
Fist Fight breaks out on Southwest flight to Hawaii
Two men were involved in a bloody altercation at 35,000 feet aboard the flight from Oakland, California.
Hundreds of US flights canceled amid extreme weather
Major winter storms which brought snow and blizzard conditions to swathes of the U.S. this week have had an ongoing impact on air travel.
Fury as passenger reserves plane seats with unusual method—"Took advantage"
"Some behaviors are being normalized due to nobody simply saying no," wrote one commenter on the viral post.
Blizzard sparks major flight delays at Southwest Airlines' busiest airport
Hundreds of flights at Denver International Airport were delayed on Tuesday.
Southwest Airlines issues update amid Christmas travel surge
A Southwest spokesperson said the airline's operation is "healthy and stable" following cancellations and delays over the weekend.
Overweight passengers reject Southwest's free seat offer
Southwest Airlines made headlines for its unique policy of allowing overweight passengers two seats with no extra charge.
Video shows panic after Southwest passenger jumps out emergency door
The man who was apprehended at Louis Armstrong International Airport on Monday is not expected to face criminal charges.
Southwest Airlines passenger jumps out of emergency door
A passenger on a Southwest Airlines flight was arrested after allegedly escaping the plane through the emergency hatch.
Thanksgiving flight cancellations update: List of delays, refund policies
Be prepared for possible cancellations or delays at major airlines during the holiday week.
Southwest accused white mom of trafficking Black daughter—lawsuit
Mary MacCarthy initially demanded an apology from Southwest before filing the lawsuit in which she said the airline showed "blatant racism."
Passengers reveal "hilarious" way of securing a row on Southwest Airlines
Heather O'Connor told Newsweek that the couple hadn't tried this "method" of bagging a row of seats before but "guess it worked."
Southwest CEO denies DOJ directly investigating airline's meltdown
Southwest CEO Bob Jordan said there was "nothing going on" with the Department of Justice in the ongoing federal probe into the airline.
Southwest Airlines' nationwide grounding: What we know
The airline's grounding affected more than 1,200 planes before service resumed.
Fury as passenger exits plane before those in front: 'Breach of Etiquette'
The passenger in the viral post ignited a heated discussion online, with one commenter saying "you're not more important because you sit in the front."
Violinist on Southwest flight ignites debate
Southwest has been known for creative approaches on some flights, but a recent performance by a professional violinist had some people cringing.
Southwest passengers rage as Arctic blast grounds 1,000 flights across U.S.
About half of all canceled flights are from low-cost carrier Southwest.
SNL takes aim at Southwest Airlines after flight chaos
Saturday Night Live spoofed the airline that lost more than $200 million in the fourth quarter.
"I'm a Southwest Airlines pilot, the airline isn't what it used to be"
In an exclusive Newsweek essay, a Southwest Airlines pilot shares an insider's perspective on the recent chaos at the airline.
Democrat blames Biden admin for holiday airline chaos
"This mess with Southwest could have been avoided. We need bold action," California Representative Ro Khanna tweeted Thursday.
How Southwest Airlines went from world's best to "disaster"
Industry experts explain why Southwest Airlines fell into chaos this week, with thousands of flights canceled across the United States.
Buttigieg faces airline ire amid claims he ignored flight chaos warnings
Fingers have been pointed at the transportation secretary's failure to act on known airline issues for the current crisis.
Southwest airlines videos show thousands of lost luggage: 'Sea of bags'
Videos showing piles of bags at airports from Southwest Airlines customers have been posted online after the company cancelled thousands of flights.
Has Southwest Airlines finally crossed the line?
Delays and massive cancellations by Southwest Airlines have been called "unacceptable" and a "meltdown."
Travel Updates: More cancellations as feds investigate Southwest Airlines
Thousands of flight delays and cancellations continue amid a federal investigation into Southwest Airlines.
Southwest airlines CEO says cancellations "giant puzzle" amid investigation
More than 2,500 Southwest Airlines flights were canceled by Tuesday with more cancellations to come on Wednesday and Thursday.