Southwest ends open seating with some flyers 'happy to see them doing more'

Southwest has officially switched to assigned seating, ending open seating as the airline continues to remake its once-distinctive business model.

RIP Southwest Airlines open seating. Assigned seating is here

When is Southwest doing assigned seating in Phoenix? The more than half-century-old open seating policy has ended. What to ...

Southwest's open seating policy ends Monday: What's the new boarding process?

Southwest will also begin a new group-based boarding system starting on Jan 27. The new boarding process will prioritize ...

Southwest Airlines moves to assigned seating: Here's a look at what travelers can expect

Southwest passengers will have assigned seats starting Tuesday. This marks an end to the Texas-based airline's well-known longstanding policy of allowing flyers choose their own seats as they board.
Forbes

Southwest Airlines: Competitors Concerned. Consumers Are Thrilled.

Too many analysts assume that Southwest will just adjust itself to be more like other airlines. They may be very mistaken. USA air travelers are well aware that changes are going on at Southwest ...
Yahoo

Worried about your flight? Columbus airport tells travelers to check with airlines amid flight cuts

John Glenn Columbus International Airport urged travelers to check flight statuses as a government shutdown prompted a reduction in flights around the country. The Columbus airport is not one of the ...