2K Chinese Migrants Encountered at Southwest Border in July
According to a Department of Homeland Security report reviewed by Breitbart Texas, 1,953 migrants from China were apprehended at the Southwest border during July, bringing the total number of Chinese nationals apprehended at the border this year to 35,300. According to an unofficial report provided by a Customs and Border Protection source, the number of […]
California nurse Brianna Solari kicked off Southwest Airlines flight over medical condition
A disgraced California nurse claims she was removed from a Southwest Airlines flight while trying to return home after surgery and was discriminated against because of her skin condition. Briana Solari was confronted by an airline crew member as she departed from Hollywood Burbank Airport on Thursday after undergoing surgery to shrink a tumor caused […]
Spirit Airlines soars after premium seating plan reveal, joining Southwest
Spirit Airlines on Tuesday announced plans to capture growing demand for premium travel as it pursues higher-margin revenue to ease cost pressures and boost profits. The Florida-based ultra-low-cost airline offers European-style Business Class seating with guaranteed middle seats. Seat options include one carry-on bag, one checked bag, priority boarding, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. The airline […]
Southwest passenger, Nancy Allen, describes flying 150 feet over Old Tampa Bay
A Southwest Airlines passenger said he thought he was about to die after seeing his plane come dangerously close to the waters of Old Tampa Bay, a few miles from the airport. Nancy Allen was aboard Southwest Airlines Flight 425 from Columbus, Ohio to Tampa, Florida on July 14 when the plane descended to less […]
Southwest Airlines Announces the End of Open Seating
Southwest Airlines is making a major change to its business model by eliminating open seating. The Texas-based airline, known for its open-seating format for more than 50 years, has announced it will redesign its boarding model. statement Thursday. “After listening carefully to our customers and conducting extensive research, Southwest has decided to offer assigned seats […]
When will Southwest Airlines start assigning seats?
Southwest Airlines is abandoning its unique “open seat” system next year in favor of reserved-seat tickets and new premium upgrades as part of a “cabin monetization project” that the low-cost carrier hopes will help stabilize its shaky finances. The company is expected to reveal more details about its plans, including price changes and the planned […]
Southwest Airlines to start assigning seats, breaking 50-year tradition
Southwest Airlines plans to begin allowing customers to assign seats, ending a tradition that has lasted more than 50 years, and will sell premium seats for customers who want extra legroom. The airline said Thursday it is reviewing seating options and is making changes due to changing passenger preferences, which could help generate revenue and […]
FAA reviewing Southwest after close calls
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has stepped up scrutiny of Southwest Airlines following a series of recent close calls and other accidents. The airline has had several safety incidents in recent months, including a mid-flight plunge to low altitude, according to the Associated Press. In an emailed statement to The Hill, Southwest Airlines said it […]
Southwest flight into Florida airport reaches ‘hard to believe’ low altitude upon descent
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Exploding soda cans have injured at least 20 Southwest flight attendants — this is why
Southwest Airlines says there have been a series of exploding soda cans on flights across the US, with record temperatures believed to be behind the fizzy drinks fiasco. Airline officials The Washington Post At least 20 flight attendants have been injured by spilled drinks since the start of this summer alone. “We are aware of […]