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Southwest Airlines reaches a tentative agreement with its Flight Attendants including wage increases, bonus opportunities, and work-rule adjustments

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DALLAS, 2015-7-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) announced today that it has reached a tentative agreement with its Flight Attendants.  Terms of the deal were not released, but the airline said they include wage increases, bonus opportunities, and work-rule adjustments. “I applaud the efforts of everyone who worked so hard to… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines extends its early 2016 flight schedule from Jan. 6 through Mar. 8, 2016

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What’s better than getting a cold treat on a hot summer day? It’s time to plan winter travel with fares as low as $49 one-way for new, nonstop service! DALLAS, 2015-7-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is giving Customers a first look at its early 2016 flight schedule by extending it… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines supports the LGBT community through its celebration of LGBT Pride Month in June

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Southwest Airlines and Accenture co-host an LGBT Pride Month event featuring retired NBA player and LGBT Advocate Jason Collins who will share his personal journey as the first openly gay player in the NBA DALLAS, 2015-6-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) shows its continued commitment to the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,… Read the full press release

Wings for Autism community and volunteers to kick off an initiative with 20 children and their parents at Midway International Airport

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CHICAGO, 2015-6-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Earlier this month, Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and Southwest Airlines staff at Midway International Airport joined with the Wings for Autism community and volunteers to kick off its initiative with 20 children and their parents. Wings for Autism is an airport “rehearsal” specially designed for individuals with autism spectrum… Read the full press release

Jason Van Eaton joins Southwest Airlines as as its new Managing Director of Governmental Affairs

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DALLAS, 2015-6-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) today announced Jason Van Eaton has joined the Company as its new Managing Director of Governmental Affairs.  In the newly created position, Van Eaton will lead the Governmental Affairs Team, which is devoted to building and fostering relationships and advocating for Southwest in local… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines launches new nonstop service between Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Oakland International Airport (OAK) starting November 1, 2015

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AIRLINE’S SIXTH NEW OAK FLIGHT THIS YEAR 3RD DAILY DALLAS LOVE FLIGHT ALSO ADDED Oakland, CA, 2015-5-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines has announced that it will begin new nonstop service linking Atlanta with the San Francisco Bay Area with new flights between Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Oakland International Airport (OAK) beginning November… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines® frequent flyer program Rapid Rewards named Best Redemption Ability, Best Airline Customer Service and Best Loyalty Credit Card at InsideFlyer magazine’s 27th annual Freddie Awards ceremony

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Freddie Award results prove there is more to love about being a Rapid Rewards frequent flyer program member and Cardmember DALLAS, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) frequent flyer program, Rapid Rewards, has been named Best Redemption Ability, Best Airline Customer Service and Best Loyalty Credit Card at InsideFlyer magazine’s 27th annual… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines® to hire additional 500 Ramp Agents

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DALLAS, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) is on a mission to hire an additional 500 Ramp Agents. Southwest Airlines Ramp Agents provide the famous Southwest Hospitality by handling cargo and baggage service, directing and servicing aircraft, and performing related activities on the airport ramp. Paid relocation assistance may be available for… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines selected the new seats for its future Boeing 737-800 and 737 MAX aircraft deliveries

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Airline continues its brand evolution; seats to be installed on -800 and MAX aircraft deliveries beginning mid-2016 DALLAS, 2015-4-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) has selected the Customer seats for its future Boeing 737-800 and 737 MAX aircraft deliveries. The carrier, in partnership with Boeing, will be the first to roll out… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines to provide daily service between Denver International Airport and Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, subject to governmental approvals

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Carrier to add third nonstop destination in Mexico for Denver Customers DALLAS, 2015-4-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) today filed an application with the U.S. Department of Transportation to provide daily, nonstop service between Denver International Airport (DEN) and Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, beginning in November 2015, subject… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines® announces its newest sponsorship as the Official Airline of the LA Dodgers

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Carrier Extends All-Star Roster from the Runway to the Diamond with Sponsorship of Five Major League Teams this Baseball Season DALLAS, 2015-4-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) is stepping up to the plate and ready to play ball this season as the Official Airline of five Major League Baseball Teams. With the… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines launched its latest advertising campaign with agency partner GSD&M during the NCAA Tournament

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Company brings back a familiar face who’s traveling more than ever DALLAS, 2015-3-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) has launched its latest advertising campaign in conjunction with existing placements airing during the NCAA Tournament. Working with agency partner GSD&M in Austin, Texas, Southwest’s new campaign brings to life those human moments… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines marks its 30th year at Midway International Airport

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CHICAGO, 2015-3-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Thirty years ago today, Southwest Airlines began service at Midway International Airport. Southwest’s operation in Chicago began with 40 employees and seven daily flights to St. Louis. Today, Midway is the carrier’s largest operation with more than 4,200 local employees and an average of 250 daily nonstop departures to nearly… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines adds 16 additional flights from Dallas Love Field

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Southwest to offer 180 departures a day to 50 destinations from Love Field DALLAS, 2015-3-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) today published 16 additional flights, including service to eight new nonstop cities, from Dallas Love Field. The new service is available for purchase immediately, at low fares as shown below, and… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines adds 75 nonprofit hospitals and medical organizations to benefit from the Southwest Airlines 2015 Medical Transportation Grant Program

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More than 100 hospitals and medical organizations to benefit in 2015 DALLAS, 2015-2-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) announced today that 75 nonprofit hospitals and medical organizations from across the nation will benefit from the Southwest Airlines 2015 Medical Transportation Grant Program, with the total impact reaching 101 facilities. Through the… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines proudly continues its commitment to the African American community

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Carrier makes a positive difference in the African American community during Black History Month and throughout the year by supporting nonprofit organizations nationwide DALLAS, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) continues its proud tradition of giving back to the communities it serves by supporting the causes that matter most in the… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines kicks off the month of love with a big Valentine for its Atlanta Customers

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Fares as Low as $49 One-Way Headline Campaign Showcasing Carrier’s Atlanta Employees DALLAS, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) today kicked off the month of love with a big Valentine for its Atlanta Customers by offering one-way fares to select destinations for as low as $49 one-way (check detailed fare rules… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines adds more flights to get football fans to Phoenix from Seattle & New England

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Airline introduces more flights to get football fans to Phoenix from Seattle & New England DALLAS, 2015-1-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) is getting into the football spirit by adding more nonstop flights and connections between Seattle and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Boston and Manchester and Phoenix Sky Harbor International… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines celebrated the last AirTran Airways revenue flight

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With a commemorative salute, AirTran Airways final flight from Atlanta to Tampa Bay marks new era for Southwest Airlines as integration nears completion DALLAS, 2014-12-29 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) embarked on a new era today as it celebrated the last AirTran Airways revenue flight. At 10:25pm EST, AirTran Airways Flight 1 departed… Read the full press release

Air Transport World: Southwest Airlines is the 2015 Airline of the Year

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Air Transport World selects Southwest for extraordinary and consistent standards of service, financial performance, safety, and environmental and corporate responsibility DALLAS, TX, 2014-12-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) is the 2015 Airline of the Year, according to Air Transport World (ATW), a Penton company. In selecting Southwest as Airline of the… Read the full press release

Oakland International Airport: Southwest Airlines adds new nonstop flights linking Oakland with Nashville and New Orleans beginning June 7, 2015

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New Daily Nonstops to Link Nashville, New Orleans with Bay Area Starting in June Oakland, CA, 2014-12-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakland International Airport (OAK) and Southwest Airlines have announced the expansion of Southwest’s operations at OAK with the addition of new nonstop flights linking Oakland with Nashville and New Orleans beginning June 7, 2015. The… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines® recognized as one of America’s most community-minded companies in The Civic 50

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Airline continues legacy as the hometown carrier that cares DALLAS, TX, 2014-12-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) was recognized today as one of America’s most community-minded companies in The Civic 50, an annual initiative that identifies and recognizes companies for their commitment to improve the quality of life in the communities where they… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines and Downtown Denver Partnership announce the Southwest Rink at Skyline Park is open for Mile High Residents to take to the ice

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Rink Visitors Encouraged to Warm Up the Community with Donations to Volunteers of America DALLAS, 2014-11-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) and the Downtown Denver Partnership are excited to announce the Southwest Rink at Skyline Park is open for Mile High Residents to take to the ice. City of Denver Mayor Michael… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines® plans to provide daily nonstop service to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico from Orange County/Santa Ana, California beginning June 7, 2015

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Service to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, from Orange County/Santa Ana, California, Beginning June 7, 2015, pending government approvals DALLAS, 2014-11-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) today filed its application with the U.S. Department of Transportation to provide daily, nonstop service between John Wayne Airport, Orange County (SNA) and Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines® recognized as one of the Top 100 Military Friendly Employers® by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs and Military Spouse

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Company Ranks for Sixth Consecutive Year on G.I. Jobs List DALLAS, 2014-11-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) announced today that it has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Military Friendly Employers® by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs and Military Spouse. The airline placed 33rd on the list, up from its… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines reached a milestone in the final stage of its integration of wholly owned subsidiary AirTran Airways

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First Southwest Flights Begin to Mexico City and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic New Nonstop Service Launches between Dallas Love Field and Eight additional U.S. Cities Flights, Fares, and Frequent Flyer Benefits Available at Southwest.com Dallas, 2014-11-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) today reached a milestone in the final stage of its integration of wholly… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines and the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities awarded 90 students with complimentary roundtrip airfare as part of the Lanzate!/Take Off! travel award program

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DALLAS, 2014-10-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV), in partnership with the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), has awarded 90 students with complimentary roundtrip airfare as part of the Lanzate!/Take Off! travel award program. The Lanzate! program is geared toward Hispanic college students with economic need who attend school far… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines® signs agreement with Red Rock Biofuels LLC to purchase low carbon renewable jet fuel

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Company Intends to Purchase Low Carbon Renewable Jet Fuel DALLAS, TX, 2014-9-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) has signed an agreement with Red Rock Biofuels LLC (RRB) to purchase low carbon renewable jet fuel, made using forest residues that will help reduce the risk of destructive wildfires in the Western United… Read the full press release

LAWA and Southwest Airlines kick-off construction of the $508-million Terminal 1 Modernization Program at Los Angeles International Airport

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The Mayor of the City of Los Angeles Eric Garcetti Throws Ceremonial Earth to Commence Terminal 1 Construction, with Anticipated Completion in 2018 LOS ANGELES, 2014-9-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines ® (NYSE: LUV) helped kick-off construction of the $508-million Terminal 1 Modernization Program at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) today with a groundbreaking ceremony… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines announces daily roundtrip service between Baltimore/Washington and Costa Rica beginning March 7, 2015

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Nonstop Flights Between Baltimore/Washington and Costa Rica to Begin March 7, 2015 Subject to Government Approval DALLAS, 2014-9-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) announced today that it has filed an application with the U.S. Department of Transportation to add its first destination in Central America with daily roundtrip service between Baltimore/Washington… Read the full press release