Reported 12 days ago
Southwest Airlines plans to cut approximately one-third of its flights to Atlanta next year, leading to the elimination of over 300 jobs for pilots and flight attendants. This decision aims to improve profitability as the airline faces pressure from a hedge fund to boost profits. The cuts result in a reduction of flights and gates at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, prompting backlash from unions representing affected employees. Despite this setback in Atlanta, Southwest is expanding its routes elsewhere, including new services from Nashville.
Source: YAHOO