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To Sly: Our Own Desert Hero

By: Capt. Mark Arriola marriola

Jun 12 2012
In the summer of 1989, I began my journey as a U.S. Air Force Fighter Pilot flying one of the most amazing aircraft ever built—the McDonnell Douglas F-15C Eagle.  I began my career stationed with the 33rd Tactical Fighter Wing and the 58th Tactical Fighter Squadron (TFS).  While with these squadrons, I had the distinct pleasure and honor of serving with Captain Chuck “Sly” Magill. ... read more

Serving Those Who Serve

By: Stephanie Schaller sschaller

Apr 27 2012
What do the following have in common: 7,000 decks of cards, 3,500 granola bars, over 10,000 bags of Southwest Airlines pretzels, 3,500 bags of popcorn, and 7,000 handy wipes?  These were some of the items featured in the 3,500 Armed Forces Foundation family kits created at all six of our Messages to the Field. This year over 400 Employee volunteers came early to each Message to help... read more

Atlanta At Last! [Live Blog]

By: Brooks Thomas bthomas

Feb 14 2012
This blog chronicles our grand entrance into Atlanta, and the state of Georgia. You can also follow our Atlanta At Last coverage on Twitter, and as told by four guest bloggers with the AJC (Atlanta Journal-Constitution).  Tuesday, February 14th: Atlanta, you have taken our collective breaths away. We can feel the love from Customers, our various hosts for this opening weekend, and... read more

The Makeshift Green Screen, For The Win

By: Joey Reger, Guest Blogger jreger

Feb 15 2012
When I saw that SWA was on Viddy with a contest, I knew that I had to make something that would be entertaining and decent. At first, I was upset due to lack of ideas. It might not seem like a long time, but it took about an hour for us to come up with a 15-second Viddy.   We pulled out the green screen and all the lights for best effect. We knew that we needed gold. We needed to raise the... read more

"Big Game" Party Planning 101

By: Dish Trip Team DishTrip

Feb 04 2012
Oh, the "Big Game"—the one day of the year when people throw caution to the wind and sit down in front of their televisions for a hearty feast of heavy food, washed down with cases of beer. If you are not headed to Indianapolis on the LUV airline to watch this year’s football championship in person, keep reading for some of Dish Trip’s favorite Bowl bites that will leave you satisfied while... read more

Going Green: Advice from Each Other

By: Marilee McInnis minnis

Jan 25 2012
Hello!  One of my favorite things is getting feedback in the Green mailbox.  Whether it is tips to help us live and work Green or feedback on our initiatives, I always learn something! So, in honor of our communicative Employees, below are some great tips to help each other use our resources wisely and go Green.From Jeb Smith at AirTran:  For 2012, I'm planning on keeping... read more

You Make Me Feel Like Sundancin' [LIVE BLOG]

By: Brooks Thomas bthomas

Jan 25 2012
Southwest is a proud sponsor of the Sundance Film Festival, and part of that sponsorship is being able to see the fruits of our labor during festival week. The following is a live chronicle of what the Southwest Sundance Team is doing out here, along with a few completely unrelated anecdotes along the way.  Wednesday, January 254:23PM My time is winding down.  The end is nigh... read more

The Freedom Rock Experience

By: Capt. Jeff Senour jsenour

Jan 19 2012
At Southwest Airlines we are very aware of the "Freedom To Fly" that we all get to experience being a part of this amazing Company.  We also know that our freedom in America comes at great sacrifice from those who serve to protect us.  Southwest Airlines has always recognized our men and women in uniform serving to defend our Freedom and so many of our Employees are doing things to say... read more

Going Green: Happy Fall!

By: Marilee McInnis minnis

Sep 20 2011
For those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, the first day of fall is September 23.  I am looking forward to not only a break in the heat, but also to the fall colors (sort of, in Texas).  Fall also is a great time to start preparing your home for cooler weather to help save energy and money.  Our friends at http://www.earthshare.org/ have some great tips to help get your... read more

Flashback Fridays: A BIG Weekend in 1974

By: Brian Lusk blusk

Aug 26 2011
This photo couldn’t be taken today, or at least, a major company couldn’t use it in a promotion, advertisement, or advisory.  And, it’s not because of our early 70s uniforms.  No, the reason is because the big honchos of pro football would be on the phone to protect the name of the championship game.  However, back in January 1974, they weren’t as possessive, and I think the... read more