Rival airline execs weigh in on Southwest changing free bag policy: 'It’s the slaying of a sacred cow'
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby and Delta Air Lines President Glen Hauenstein on Tuesday weighed in on Southwest Airlines making a major change to its checked bag policy.
Southwest Airlines getting rid of bags fly free policy
Who doesn't like to save money when flying? For many, that savings came in not paying for baggage on Southwest Airlines. That is changing.
Southwest Airlines trolls Mavericks in viral post amid bag policy change backlash
Southwest Airlines' viral dig at the Mavericks has fans fired up on social media. The shade comes days after the airline's controversial baggage policy change.
Did Southwest Just Commit Business Suicide by Killing it’s Bags Fly Free Policy? | WATCH
In a stunning twist that is as shocking and boneheaded as finding out your favorite diner has swapped its burgers for tofu, Southwest Airlines has decided to trade in its friendly customer service for a scummy,
Southwest Airlines frequent flyers react to end of ‘bags fly free’
Frequent flyers woke up to some turbulence on Tuesday morning. The iconic "Bags fly free" slogan for Southwest Airlines is being retired.
When will Southwest Airlines charge for bags, change seating policies?
Southwest Airlines made a stunning announcement on Tuesday, revealing it would begin charging passengers for checked baggage for the first time ever. Throughout its history, Southwest has been known for not charging for bags,
Southwest Airlines faces backlash over ending free checked bag policy
Southwest Airlines is ending its free checked bag policy, facing criticism that it could harm the brand. Rewards members can still check up to two bags for free.
Airlines were having a banner year — then it all went wrong. Here's how.
A series of natural disasters, tragic air accidents, and an uptick in economic uncertainty over the past two months have ...
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United Airlines CEO Kirby sees ethanol plants as key to eco-friendly jet fuel
Jimmy Samartzis, CEO of Deerfield-based LanzaJet, which is commercializing ethanol-to-jet fuel technology, estimates there is ...
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United Airlines CEO lets loose on FAA: 'By far our biggest challenge'
“68% of our delays were because of air traffic control restrictions,” said United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby. United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said the problems facing the Federal Aviation ...
United CEO's 3-point plan to reduce delays and fix the air traffic control mess
Air traffic control centers are understaffed, leading to delays and safety concerns after a string of incidents. United CEO ...
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United Airlines moves to blunt the effects of DOGE
But the airline is moving quickly to blunt the impact: selling tickets that would normally be purchased by government ...
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United Airlines CEO says FAA needs to fix 3 things: Americans deserve 'much better'
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby on Monday outlined what he believes are three critical steps needed to fix the Federal Aviation Administration, an agency that has come under intense scrutiny in ...
American travelers are booking fewer domestic flights in another warning sign for the economy
Americans’ spending worries and shortcomings are translating into turbulence for major airlines, and coming at a time where ...
United CEO expects US sustainable aviation fuel credits to survive
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said on Monday that he expects federal subsidies for sustainable aviation fuel under the ...
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Clayton Kershaw gives verdict on Dodgers bullpen after Tanner Scott, Kirby Yates additions
Clayton Kershaw is confident in the Dodgers' bullpen in light of the team's recent acquisitions of high-end relief pitchers.
Does the sudden drop in travel United and Delta seeing recession on their radar?
After getting 2025 off to a strong start, airlines are seeing a pullback in travel in just the last few weeks.