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Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) has announced the return of its popular Companion Pass promotion. Rapid Rewards Members who register and purchase a qualifying flight between Sept. 3-5, 2024, and travel by Nov. 20, 2024, can earn a promotional Companion Pass valid from Jan. 6 to March 6, 2025. This pass allows a designated companion to fly for free (excluding taxes and fees) on flights purchased by the Member.
For the first time, Members can use Rapid Rewards points, a combination of cash and points, or other eligible forms of payment for qualifying flights. The promotion aims to showcase the benefits of Southwest's Rapid Rewards program, which offers no blackout dates and non-expiring points. This -time offer provides an opportunity for Members to experience one of the airline's most valued perks.
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) has announced the return of its -time tier acceleration promotion for Rapid Rewards Members. The promotion offers four ways to earn A-List or A-List Preferred tier status faster through Dec. 31, 2025:
- Double tier qualifying points on flights through Nov. 30, 2024
- Reward travel counts towards tier status
- Earn with Southwest Rapid Rewards Credit Cards from Chase
- Earn with Rapid Rewards partners (new feature)
The promotion aims to provide members with faster access to benefits such as earlier boarding, boosted points, free same-day standby, and same-day change. A-List Preferred members also enjoy free WiFi and premium drinks.
Elliott Investment Management sent an open letter to Southwest Airlines shareholders on August 26, 2024, advocating for comprehensive changes due to inadequate leadership. Elliott, holding an 11% economic interest in Southwest, criticized CEO Bob Jordan and Executive Chairman Gary Kelly for years of mismanagement, causing a 50% decline in shareholder value over the past three years.
The letter emphasized the need for a transparent and credible process to revive Southwest's performance. Elliott highlighted the failure of the current leadership, noting their use of entrenchment tactics like "poison pills" and unilateral Board changes. Elliott plans to meet with Southwest's Board on September 9 and hopes for a willingness to address leadership issues.
Elliott's proposed solution includes nominating ten independent directors and forming a board-level committee to drive transformational change and ensure long-term performance improvements. The letter condemns the current leadership's short-term strategies and insists on the necessity for new executive leadership.
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) has extended its flight schedule through April 7, 2025, offering new international and domestic routes. The airline is adding nonstop service from Nashville to Cabo San Lucas and Punta Cana, and from Sacramento to Puerto Vallarta, starting March 8, 2025. New domestic routes include Austin to Milwaukee and Reno, Nashville to Indianapolis, and Sacramento to Tucson.
Southwest is also increasing flights for fall football matchups, supporting SEC fans and adding service for a major rodeo event in Las Vegas. The airline is expanding its redeye flight options from Denver, San Diego, and Sacramento beginning March 6, 2025. These additions aim to meet customer demand and offer more flexibility for travelers.
Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has appointed Tim Lyon as Vice President Pricing, a new role focused on enhancing the carrier's yield and pricing discipline. Lyon, with over 20 years of airline industry experience, will oversee the Pricing Department and work closely with Revenue Management and Sales units. The appointment aims to maximize Southwest's low-fare leadership while emphasizing its unique value, flexibility, and hospitality.
Andrew Watterson, Southwest Airlines Chief Operating Officer, highlighted Lyon's industry-wide reputation and expertise. The move is part of Southwest's strategy to strengthen its Revenue organization and improve overall revenue performance. Lyon previously held the position of Managing Director of Domestic Pricing at both American Airlines and US Airways.
Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) has responded to Elliott Investment Management's announcement of its intention to replace a majority of the company's Board of Directors. Elliott plans to nominate 10 candidates, despite Southwest's efforts for constructive engagement. The airline remains open to discussions with Elliott to drive shareholder value and will evaluate the proposed nominees as part of its ongoing Board refreshment process.
Southwest is focused on restoring its industry-leading financial performance and building a sustainable future. The company plans to announce a comprehensive transformation plan during its Investor Day in late September, aiming to improve operational efficiency and capital allocation discipline. The Board has already appointed eight new independent Directors over the last three years, including airline executive Rakesh Gangwal, as part of its refreshment efforts.
Elliott Investment Management, with an 11% stake in Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV), announced plans to nominate ten independent candidates to the company's board. This move is part of Elliott's strategy to implement urgent changes at Southwest, including board reconstitution, new leadership, and a comprehensive business review. The candidates include four former airline CEOs/Deputy CEOs and six experts in technology, hospitality, consumer businesses, labor relations, and regulatory oversight.
The nominees bring diverse experience from companies like Ryanair, Virgin America, Air Canada, and WestJet. Elliott aims to address Southwest's performance issues and restore its industry-leading position. The announcement follows Elliott's June 10 letter criticizing the current board's lack of airline experience and the company's deteriorating performance.
Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has announced its 182nd quarterly dividend. The company's Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.18 per share for shareholders of record as of the close of business on September 4, 2024. This dividend will be paid out on September 25, 2024. The declaration of this dividend demonstrates Southwest Airlines' commitment to providing regular returns to its shareholders, despite the challenges faced by the airline industry in recent years.
Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has announced new flights for booking, expanding services around popular events and introducing redeye operations for the first time. The airline is adding flights for college and professional football games in various cities, including Las Vegas, Ann Arbor, and Atlanta. Southwest is also increasing winter routes from cold-weather cities to Florida and California destinations.
Starting February 13, 2025, Southwest will launch its first redeye flights between major markets such as Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and East Coast destinations. The airline continues to grow, serving 121 airports across 11 countries and maintaining its record of no involuntary furloughs or layoffs. Southwest aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and has set near-term targets to reach its environmental goals.
Elliott Investment Management has released a statement criticizing Southwest Airlines' (NYSE: LUV) recent announcement of revenue-enhancement initiatives. The investment firm argues that these measures, including assigned seating, premium-seating options, and redeye flights, are long overdue and come after a 50% decline in Southwest's share price over the past three years.
Elliott contends that the current leadership team has a track record of failed performance improvement measures, operational missteps, and poor financial results. The firm believes that Southwest's concession that four out of five customers' preferences were unmet in recent years demonstrates management's failure to address long-standing issues.
Despite engaging in dialogue with Southwest's Board, Elliott views the announced initiatives as insufficient attempts at self-preservation by the current leadership. The investment firm is advocating for new leadership and plans to offer shareholders an opportunity to elect a Board of industry leaders to improve Southwest's performance.
