Southwest is now charging passengers to select their seats. This follows on from its recent decision to introduce new baggage fees.

All flights for the remainder of 2025 will continue with the existing boarding process, according to Southwest.

Flights with assigned seating start in January 2026, and travelers have several seat preferences to choose from. The post ...

Rakesh Gangwal steps down as independent Chair, remains on the Board Doug Brooks appointed as new independent Chair Board forms new Ad Hoc Fleet Oversight ...

The skies have hardly been smooth for Southwest Airlines. A widespread internet outage crippled its dispatching and ...

Modern planes are strong enough to handle just about any turbulence. Experts say aircraft may suffer cosmetic or interior ...

The carrier has started assigned seating and bag fees, leading to mixed results and a projected revenue increase from fees, ...

In a strategic boardroom shuffle, Southwest Airlines (LUV) has welcomed Doug Brooks as the new independent chair, effective ...

(CNN) - On Tuesday, Southwest Airlines officially started selling assigned-seating fares. Travelers can now pick their seats ...

Hawaii’s Visitors and Convention Bureau says dangerous conditions may continue, even though the tsunami advisory has been ...

A mother-daughter excursion in Waikīkī was spoiled by the tsunami warning. They blame airport communication failures for ...

Over the past few months, Southwest Airlines has announced several controversial changes, such as adding bag fees and ...