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Southwest 2.0 Delivers a Bold Turnaround

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Source: Cranky Flier
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An opinion piece lauds Southwest's 18-month overhaul—rolled out with assigned seating, Extra Legroom, bag-fee changes, a new ops system, six interline partners, and broader distribution—saying the execution was flawless, boosted on-time performance and 2026 guidance (EPS at least $4; unit revenue up), and signals a successful transformation from the post-2022 meltdown to a more efficient, modern airline.

Topics:businesstransportation#airline-industry#on-time-performance#seating-assignments#southwest-airlines#transportation#turnaround
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  1. It’s Time to Appreciate The New Southwest  Cranky Flier
  2. Southwest just began assigned seating. We tested the first day of flights.  The Washington Post
  3. Southwest’s Controversial New Plus-Size Customer Policy Begins Today — Here’s What to Know  People.com
  4. Southwest Ends Open Seating. Some Passengers Will Miss the Scrum.  The New York Times
  5. ‘It’s a setup. It’s a trap’: Gee Scott calls out Southwest Airlines’ after seating policy change  MyNorthwest.com

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