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Archive for September 2008

Cranky Flier: Southwest Introduces Fly By Security Lanes

Sep 29 2008
There was an interesting little surprise last Friday when Southwest revealed on FlyerTalk that it was rolling out what is effectively elite security lines for its best customers. I think I like this move since it’s squarely targeting the business traveler, even if it does go against Southwest’s egalitarian history. To read more, visit: http://crankyflier.com/2008/09/29/southwest-introduces-fly... read more

AP: Airfares aren't taking off everywhere

Sep 29 2008
By JOSHUA FREED, Associated Press September 29, 2008 Air fares are up, right? The short answer is yes _ 22 fare increases this year. But fares in some cities are flat or even down, as fierce competition keeps airlines from charging as much as they would like. Business fares in early September were down 5 percent in Phoenix and 4 percent in New York compared to the same week last year,... read more

Detroit Free Press: SWA locks in fuel costs, a gamble that keeps fares in check

Sep 29 2008
BY MARY FRANCIS MASSON • FREE PRESS BUSINESS WRITER • September 28, 2008 As jet fuel prices sent airlines on a stomach-churning ride, spurring new fees and higher prices, Southwest Airlines customers have had a smoother trip. Southwest, the second-biggest carrier at Detroit Metro's new North Terminal, took a gamble on fuel purchasing that has paid off for consumers. It's been able to keep... read more

Southwest Flight Attendant = Most Beautiful Women in Dallas

Sep 17 2008
  One of our Dallas-based Flight Attendants is a finalist in D Magazine's "Ten Most Beautiful Women in Dallas” contest!  Congratulations, Allison! To learn more about Allison Moran (and vote for her, of course!), visit:  http://www.dmagazine.com/10MB2008/10MB_AllisonMoran.asp   read more

Seat Envy from DAILY CANDY

Sep 17 2008
Today's Daily Candy features some swanky travel accessories.  Check 'em out at:  http://www.dailycandy.com/travel/article/39078/Seat+Envy read more

Southwest Will Resume Limited Service to Houson

Sep 15 2008
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES ANNOUNCES PLANS TO RESUME LIMITED OPERATIONS TO AND FROM HOUSTON HOBBY BEGINNING TUESDAY, SEPT. 16 Airline Continues to offer Alternatives to Customers Affected by the Storm             DALLAS—Sept. 14, 2008—Southwest Airlines plans to operate a limited schedule to and from Houston Hobby Airport on Tuesday, Sept. 16 and Wednesday, Sept 17. The airline suspended its Houston... read more

Additional news on Hurricane Ike

Sep 12 2008
UPDATE: SOUTHWEST AIRLINES REPORTS SERVICE DISRUPTIONS IN CORPUS CHRISTI; HARLINGEN; HOUSTON; AND DALLAS IN RESPONSE TO HURRICANE IKE Airline Offers Alternatives to Customers Affected by the Storm and Continues to Closely Monitor its Austin and San Antonio Operations             DALLAS—Sept. 12, 2008—Southwest Airlines suspended its operations to and from Corpus Christi International... read more

Update on Southwest Preparations for Hurricane Ike

Sep 11 2008
DALLAS—Sept. 11, 2008—Southwest Airlines will not operate flights to and from Corpus Christi International Airport and Valley International Airport in Harlingen on Friday, Sept. 12, and Saturday, Sept. 13 as a result of the predicted severe weather from Hurricane Ike. Southwest Airlines also will suspend its Houston Hobby operations at 9:00 a.m. CT on Friday, Sept. 12. The airline’s plans to... read more

HURRICANE IKE: SOUTHWEST AIRLINES OUTLINES INITIAL PREPARATIONS

Sep 10 2008
  SOUTHWEST AIRLINES OUTLINES INITIAL PREPARATIONS FOR HURRICANE IKE AND OFFERS RELIEF FOR CUSTOMERS TRAVELING NEAR THE STORM Southwest Keeping Close Tabs on the Following Airports: Austin, Corpus Christi, Harlingen, Houston Hobby, and San Antonio   DALLAS—Sept. 10, 2008—Southwest Airlines said today that it will not operate flights to and from Corpus Christi International... read more

Southwest Airlines Prepares for Hurricane Ike

Sep 10 2008
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES OUTLINES INITIAL PREPARATIONS FOR HURRICANE IKE AND OFFERS RELIEF FOR CUSTOMERS TRAVELING NEAR THE STORM DALLAS—Sept. 10, 2008—Southwest Airlines said today that it will not operate flights to and from Corpus Christi International Airport and (Harlingen) Valley International Airport on Friday, Sept. 12, and Saturday, Sept. 13. The airline’s plans to resume service to and from... read more