US EditionBLK ALERTS - Southwest Airlines Introduces New Seating Policy Requiring Larger Passengers To Purchase Additional Seats
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Now, flying may become more expensive for some Southwest Airlines passengers.
BLK ALERTS - Southwest Airlines Introduces New Seating Policy Requiring Larger Passengers To Purchase Additional Seats
Southwest Airlines announced operational changes to its longstanding policies, set to take effect on January 27, 2026. The carrier will abandon its distinctive open seating approach, which has been a hallmark of its service for decades, and move to assigned seating, where customers select specific seats when purchasing tickets. Simultaneously, Southwest has unveiled more stringent guidelines for passengers whose physical dimensions exceed the bo…
Southwest Airlines Introduces New Seating Policy Requiring Larger Passengers To Purchase Additional Seats - Travel Noire
Southwest Airlines announced operational changes to its longstanding policies, set to take effect on January 27, 2026. The carrier will abandon its distinctive open seating approach, which has been a hallmark of its service for decades, and move to assigned seating, where customers select specific seats when purchasing tickets. Simultaneously, Southwest has unveiled more stringent guidelines for passengers whose physical dimensions exceed the bo…
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