
Credit: Southwest Airlines
Southwest Airlines is set to commence selling assigned seats, officially parting ways with a signature open seating policy as it proceeds through a multi-year plan for transformation. Starting July 29, customers will have the option to select a seat for flights departing on Jan. 27, 2026, and beyond...
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