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Military Heroes Month: SWA Family United Overseas

By: Danielle Parton dparton

Nov 29 2012
I just got home this month from another deployment to Southwest Asia in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Every year and a half, National Guardsmen who operate the C-130—a military transport aircraft—deploy. My deployment this year was staffed with members of the Kentucky, Missouri, and Wyoming Air National Guard units. On this deployment we flew in Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Kuwait, Saudi... read more
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A Team Player in Tampa

By: Amy Thornton athornton

Nov 28 2012
Our television advertisements have always been known to incite laughter, provide quotable lines, and, of course, encourage America to fly on the LUV airline. But for Franky Van De Marimba, they inspired even more than chuckles and a ticket purchase. When Franky sat in front of the TV and watched Southwest ads flash across the screen, he started to realize how well he would fit with the smiling... read more

Granting Brianna’s Wish Trip

By: Jen W., Guest Blogger jwilson

Nov 28 2012
When you look at 4-year-old Brianna and take in her sweet demeanor and sparkling eyes, you would never guess that she has been struggling with a malignant kidney tumor. One thing that has kept her going through all the treatments was the prospect of having a dolphin encounter at Sea World in San Diego. Just in case her wish wasn’t possible, she had a backup—she said she would like “a purple... read more

Military Heroes Month: SWA First Officer Named Citizen Airman of the Year

By: Phil Gee pgee

Nov 27 2012
Southwest has a rich tradition of supporting the United States Military, and in particular, the Employees who have served and continue to serve. It’s only fitting that one of our very own Pilots was acknowledged by the Air Force Reserves for his brave service to our country along with Southwest being recognized as a Company that supports service men and women. Southwest Airlines First Officer... read more

Going Green: Your Workplace Green Filter!

By: Victoria Petersen vpetersen

Nov 27 2012
Here at Southwest Airlines, we do our best to operate with a green filter and we feel it’s extremely important to promote a Green work environment to our Southwest Family. There are so many ways you can play your part and work Green. Here are a few tips on how to go Green at Work: Bring a re-usable mug: Instead of using the paper/styrofoam office cups for your morning Joe, bring your own mug!... read more

Military Heroes Month: Honor Among Family

By: Jona Berta jberta

Nov 26 2012
My Dad, John Austin, was selected by his local VFW Post to be an honoree on the Chicago Honor Flight on September 12, 2012.  Dad served as a Mechanic with the Army Air Corp Ninth Division overseas.  After numerous conversations with the Honor Flight Chicago Volunteers, I was given the privilege to accompany my dad on the flight as an Employee of Southwest Airlines.  My volunteer... read more

Spirit in November: Origami, Snacks, and Drinks... Oh My!

By: Austin Morton, Guest Blogger amorton

Nov 26 2012
Every month in Spirit Magazine, we feature a signature drink and snack combination, as well as an origami activity. Check out the slideshow to learn how to make an apatosaurus, byrrh & brandy, and sage lemon ricotta fritters. Photo Courtesy: Adam Voorhes read more

Southwest Honors Larry Hagman

By: Brian Lusk blusk

Nov 26 2012
In a very real sense, Larry Hagman represents our hometown, Dallas.  As J.R. Ewing he made Dallas an international destination, even if his character was a shady, conniving scoundrel.  And as himself, he became a part of the city’s heart through his generosity.  As these photos from our archives show, Mr. Hagman had an early relationship with Southwest.  We see him passing... read more

Flashback Fridays: A Thanksgiving Avgeek Photo Feast

By: Brian Lusk blusk

Nov 23 2012
This week, I raided my postcard collection to find some photos built around the general theme of the way airlines display their names on the outside of their aircraft.  The other reason was that I just wanted a chance to share these interesting older images with you as an after-Thanksgiving treat. We set the stage with this early Southwest image from the archives, and as regular readers... read more

Ice Skatin' in Hotlanta

By: Lauren Dillard ldillard

Nov 22 2012
The Southwest Rink at Park Tavern in Piedmont Park Conservatory is now open for business! The Rink is a great way for Southwest to connect even deeper with our Atlanta Customers, and a perfect extension of the Southwest Porch at Park Tavern. Southwest partnered with the Park Tavern early this fall to create a Southwest-inspired atmosphere for park-goers to enjoy year-round. This is the first... read more