Southwest Airlines plane narrowly avoids runway collision at Midway
#SouthwestAirlines #ChicagoAirportSafetySouthwest Airlines flight narrowly avoids private jet on Chicago runway, conducting a 'go-around' to prevent collision. Air traffic control confusion led to the incident, prompting investigations by FAA and NTSB. Runway incursions are rare but increasing, with 1574 reported in 2021. read more
Southwest Airlines Pilot Arrested for Alleged Drunkenness at Airport
#SouthwestAirlines #PilotArrestA Southwest Airlines pilot, David Allsop, was arrested in Savannah, Georgia, for allegedly being intoxicated before flying to Chicago, causing a delay of over four hours. Airport police removed him from the cockpit in front of stunned passengers. read more
Southwest Airlines Plane in Dallas Hit by Bullet, Flight Canceled
#SouthwestAirlines #DallasBulletStrikeA Southwest Airlines plane in Dallas was struck by a bullet just before departure, resulting in the cancellation of the flight. No injuries were reported, and law enforcement was contacted. The aircraft was moved from service, and passengers were provided an alternative flight. read more
Nurse with Neurofibromatosis Allegedly Kicked Off Southwest Airlines Flight
#SouthwestAirlines #DiscriminationA nurse with Neurofibromatosis was reportedly asked to leave a Southwest Airlines flight due to her genetic disorder. Brianna Solari felt humiliated and is considering legal action, despite receiving a $500 voucher. She vows not to fly with the airline again. read more
#SouthwestAirlines #Boeing737Max
Investigators reveal that a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Max, which experienced a Dutch roll mid-flight, had been parked outside during a storm. Substantial damage to the tail, where the rudder is located, was found post-flight. read more
#SouthwestAirlines #FAAinvestigation
Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 investigated by FAA for flying 525ft above Yukon town in Oklahoma during a flight from Las Vegas to Oklahoma City. Residents startled by the low-altitude pass as pilot received warnings from air-traffic control. read more
#SouthwestAirlines #FlightSafety
A Southwest Airlines flight nearly crashed into the ocean near Hawaii after an aborted landing attempt due to adverse weather conditions. The incident, where the plane rapidly plunged and climbed, is under investigation by the FAA. read more
#SouthwestAirlines #FAAinvestigation
A Southwest Airlines plane was investigated by the FAA after it dropped to nearly 400ft from the Pacific Ocean. Another incident involved a Boeing 737 Max 8 doing a "Dutch roll." Southwest faced previous civil penalties for service failures. read more
#SouthwestAirlines #FlightSafety
A Southwest Airlines flight came within 400 feet of the ocean near Hawaii after a failed landing attempt during adverse weather conditions, leading to a rapid plunge and ascent. The incident is under investigation by the FAA. read more
#SouthwestAirlines #religiousdiscrimination
Southwest Airlines returns to federal court to appeal an $800,000 award given to a flight attendant fired for anti-abortion views. The airline claims the firing was due to civility violations, while the attendant argues it was religious discrimination. read more
#SouthwestAirlines #PilotDismissal
Southwest Airlines dismissed pilot David Legeros for addressing passengers in Spanish during an engine fire emergency in August 2023. The airline claims he engaged in serious misconduct, while Legeros alleges discrimination and seeks injunctive relief from Southwest's actions. read more
#SouthwestAirlines #EngineIncident
In Denver, passengers on a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-800 filmed the engine cowling falling off during take-off. The incident led to an investigation by US airline regulators after the part hit the wing flap. Flight 3695 safely returned to Denver with no injuries. read more
#Boeing #SouthwestAirlines
An investigation is underway after a Boeing engine cowling fell off during takeoff on a Southwest Airlines flight to Houston, carrying 135 passengers and six crew members. The incident is part of a series of recent Boeing engine issues on Southwest flights. read more
#SouthwestAirlines #BoeingIncidents
A part of a Boeing airplane's engine came off during takeoff, hitting the wing flap, but no injuries were reported on the Southwest flight to Houston, carrying 135 passengers. The incident will be investigated by the Federal Aviation Administration. read more