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Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) is facing legal scrutiny as Schubert Jonckheer & Kolbe LLP investigates potential breaches of fiduciary duty by its officers and directors. This follows a massive operational failure in December 2022 that resulted in over 16,700 flight cancellations, leading to estimated losses between $725 million and $825 million, largely attributed to customer reimbursements. Allegations suggest the airline did not adequately disclose operational risks linked to its outdated flight systems. The U.S. Department of Transportation is also launching an investigation to determine if the cancellations were controllable and whether the company adhered to its customer service obligations.

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• Investigation into fiduciary breaches by officers and directors.
• Operational failures led to over 16,700 flight cancellations.
• Estimated financial losses of $725M to $825M attributed to these failures.
• Allegations of failure to disclose significant operational risks.
• Department of Transportation's investigation into cancellation controllability.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) Officers and Directors Under Investigation for Alleged Breaches of Fiduciary Duty and False Statements.

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Schubert Jonckheer & Kolbe LLP is investigating potential derivative claims on behalf of shareholders of Southwest Airlines Co. (NASDAQ: LUV) concerning false statements about the company's operational risks.

Southwest was at the center of a holiday disaster when the airline cancelled more than 16,700 flights in late-December of 2022. Reports have emerged that the airline's breakdown may have been preventable. Sources knowledgeable about the company's operations allege that the airline failed to upgrade and maintain its antiquated flight operations systems and was thus unable to quickly adapt to flight cancellations due to weather conditions. The company failed to disclose these risks to shareholders and investors.

Southwest recently divulged that its breakdown produced losses in the range of $725 M to $825 M and attributed close to half of its losses to customer reimbursements. The U.S. Department of Transportation also announced its own investigation into "whether [Southwest's] cancellations were controllable and if Southwest is complying with its customer service plan."

The Schubert Firm is investigating potential breaches of fiduciary duty by Southwest's officers and directors in connection with these allegations.

If you own stock in Southwest and wish to obtain additional information about your legal rights, please contact us today or visit our website at https://www.classactionlawyers.com/southwest.

About Schubert Jonckheer & Kolbe LLP

Schubert Jonckheer & Kolbe represents shareholders, employees, and consumers in class actions against corporate defendants, as well as shareholders in derivative actions against their officers and directors. The firm is based in San Francisco, and with the help of co-counsel, litigates cases nationwide.

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FAQ

What is the investigation involving Southwest Airlines (LUV)?

Schubert Jonckheer & Kolbe LLP is investigating potential breaches of fiduciary duty by Southwest Airlines' officers and directors following significant operational failures.

How many flights did Southwest Airlines cancel in December 2022?

Southwest Airlines canceled more than 16,700 flights in late December 2022.

What financial impact did the flight cancellations have on Southwest Airlines (LUV)?

The cancellations led to estimated losses between $725 million and $825 million, primarily due to customer reimbursements.

Is the Department of Transportation investigating Southwest Airlines (LUV)?

Yes, the U.S. Department of Transportation is investigating whether the flight cancellations were controllable and if the airline complied with its customer service plan.

What caused the operational failures at Southwest Airlines (LUV)?

The operational failures were reportedly due to the airline's outdated flight operations systems, which could not adapt quickly to cancellations.