• The Feds Think Southwest Scheduled Too Many Flights During 2022's Travel Meltdown

    2 monthes ago - By Jalopnik

    The Southwest travel drama at the end of 2022 took place just over a month ago, but the airline is still feeling the ripple effects from thousands of canceled flights. Customers and the government alike want answers about just what went wrong. Now, as The Dallas Morning News reports, the Department of Transportation...
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  • Southwest Airlines gave away as many as 50 billion airline miles after its holiday travel meltdown

    Southwest Airlines gave away as many as 50 billion airline miles after its holiday travel meltdown

    2 monthes ago - By Business Insider

    Southwest Airlines gave 25,000 points to around 2 million people who were affected by flight delays, like people who stood in line in Denver over the holiday season. Hyoung Chang/Getty Images
    Southwest Airlines offered 25,000 Rapid Rewards points to people affected by its holiday meltdown.
    The carrier sent points to an estimated 2 million people, putting the value at about $750 million.
    It's possible not every customer will take advantage of the free bonus points.
    Southwest Airlines has had to pay a steep the price for its holiday meltdown - with the airline saying Thursday that it's sent...
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