Southwest Airlines has launched Southwest Airlines Renewable Ventures (SARV), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Southwest Airlines®, dedicated to creating more opportunities for Southwest to obtain scalable sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), a critical component in the success of the carrier’s goal to replace 10% of its total jet fuel consumption with SAF by 2030. The carrier has also announced […]
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RECARO Aircraft Seating (RECARO) was selected by Southwest Airlines (Southwest®) to equip new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft deliveries with BL3710 economy-class seats. The Dallas-based airline will begin taking deliveries in 2025. The BL3710 will feature a multi-adjustable headrest cushion, an ergonomically enhanced seat bottom, a backrest with lumbar support and a new armrest design
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Southwest Airlines (Southwest) is onboarding a new look and feel with plans for redesigned aircraft cabin conveniences and interiors that are distinctly Southwest and will feature new aircraft seats from RECARO. Alongside these efforts, Southwest has announced an employee uniform refresh that will bring a modern look to more than 53,000 Southwest employees. Southwest Airlines partnered
Southwest Airlines (Southwest) has announced the resounding approval of a new collective bargaining agreement by its pilots, represented by the Southwest Airlines Pilots Association (SWAPA). Adam Carlisle, Vice President Labour Relations at Southwest Airlines, stated, “Our Pilots are world-class aviators who uphold Southwest’s commitments to safety, hospitality and connecting people to what’s important in their
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Southwest Airlines, a major U.S. airline with almost 127 million annual passengers and the largest carrier of domestic passengers in the United States, has chosen Leonardo’s sorter technology to reshape the transfer bags facility at Denver International Airport (DEN). The move aims to guarantee faster connection times, accommodate tight flight schedules and enhance capacity to
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Southwest Airlines (Southwest) has announced an off-take agreement with USA BioEnergy, LLC (USA BioEnergy), for up to 680 million gallons of neat sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Over the term of the 20-year agreement, once blended with conventional jet fuel, the SAF could produce the equivalent of 2.59 billion gallons of net-zero fuel and avoid 30 million
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Southwest Airlines is reinforcing its dedication to the environmentally friendly 737 MAX family by placing an order for 108 Boeing 737-7 aircraft. This substantial order aligns with Southwest’s ongoing fleet modernisation initiative and offers the flexibility needed for fleet expansion. Bob Jordan, President and Chief Executive Officer of Southwest Airlines, reflected on their long-standing partnership
Southwest Airlines announced on Wednesday, October 25, that it has achieved a preliminary agreement with the Transport Workers Union Local 556, which represents nearly 19,000 flight attendants. This landmark agreement marks a significant milestone for the airline industry in the United States. The company stated that the union would be responsible for conveying the specifics
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Southwest Airlines has furthered its commitment to Nashville by announcing the addition of a crew base at Nashville International Airport (BNA) in the second quarter of 2024. Nashville will become the 12th crew base in the Southwest system with approximately 150-250 pilots, growing to 500-600 pilots and an estimated 500-700 flight attendants based in the new crew location
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Southwest Airlines and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) have successfully reached a Tentative Agreement (TA) benefitting the airline’s mechanics and related employees. Adam Carlisle, Vice President of Labor Relations at Southwest Airlines, acknowledged the dedication of their Mechanics & Related Employees, stating, “Our Mechanics & Related Employees work around the clock to safely maintain
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