Tag: Andrew Watterson

Southwest Airlines announces future partnership with China Airlines

Southwest Airlines Co. and China Airlines Group, a Taiwan-based carrier, are in discussions to create an interline partnership in early 2026, with published connections expected to go on sale later this year. Executive Leadership from both carriers met this week at the International Air Transport...

Southwest takes new measures as growth expected to slow down

Southwest Airlines welcomes Tim Lyon as Vice President pricing

Southwest Airlines Co. has appointed Tim Lyon to a new role as Vice President Pricing, where he is focusing additional attention on the carrier’s yield and pricing discipline. Lyon brings more than two decades of airline industry experience and will oversee the carrier’s Pricing Department, c...

Airlines increase baggage fees, prompting debate

Major airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue Airways have once again raised their baggage fees, with the cost now dependent on when passengers pay for the service. This move, aimed at encouraging travelers to pay for checked bags in advance, has stirred debate. Customers...

Southwest Airlines to Enhance Support for Employees and Customers

Southwest Airlines Co. today will share an overview of the prioritized actions being implemented to strengthen the airline’s operational resiliency. The actions will be previewed by Bob Jordan, Southwest’s President and Chief Executive Officer, at the J.P. Morgan Industrials Conference in New...

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