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After 21 years as a Southwest Pilot, Captain Jim Curtis took his final flight from Las Vegas to Oakland. But this wasn’t just any “fini” flight. Sitting beside him in the right seat was his daughter, First Officer Julia Curtis, who recently joined Southwest through the Destination 225° Program. Inspired by her dad’s career, Julia followed in his footsteps to earn her own wings, making this final flight together a moment this family will never forget. While their time sharing the Southwest flight deck may be over, their legacy of service, inspiration, and Southwest Heart is just getting started. Interested in your own Southwest Career taking flight? Join our Talent Community: swa.is/jointhecurtisfam
A Lasting Legacy | Southwest Airlines
We’re excited to offer Customers even more opportunities to explore the world and its many incredible destinations! With the addition of Singapore Airlines, we now offer interline agreements with a global portfolio of eight airline partners — including Icelandair, China Airlines, EVA Air, Philippine Airlines, Condor Airlines, Turkish Airlines, ANA, and now Singapore Airlines. Each partner helps us extend what’s possible while we stay focused on delivering a seamless, welcoming experience from booking to arrival. With nearly 20 collective gateways — including ATL, BNA, BOS, BWI, DEN, DTW, HNL, LAS, LAX, MCO, MIA, ONT, ORD, PDX, PHX, PIT, RDU, SEA, and SFO — Southwest continues to make global travel more accessible for our Customers. Ready to help shape what’s next? Explore careers: https://swa.is/4vysZwV
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A milestone birthday deserves a standout design! Introducing Independence One, a special‑livery aircraft created to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Featuring bold red, white, and blue colors and meaningful design details from nose to tail, this aircraft was built to make a statement in the sky. From the gate to cruising altitude, Independence One is a flying celebration. Keep an eye out for tail number 1776 as it travels across the Southwest network!
The making of Independence One, a Southwest Airlines specialty aircraft
We recently rolled out the Red Carpet to welcome our 200,000th Southwest Employee hired, First Officer and Destination 225° graduate Julia. This milestone is more than a moment—it’s a celebration of our People, past, present, and future, who shape who we are and carry our Purpose forward every day. We’re grateful for every Southwest Heart that brought us here and excited for what’s ahead. Here’s to the next chapter—together. ✈️
We recently rolled out the Red Carpet to welcome our 200,000th Southwest Employee hired, First Officer and Destination 225° graduate Julia. This milestone is more than a moment—it’s a celebration of our People, past, present, and future, who shape who we are and carry our Purpose forward every day. We’re grateful for every Southwest Heart that brought us here and excited for what’s ahead. Here’s to the next chapter—together. ✈️
We’re #1 — Thanks to Our People The Wall Street Journal has named Southwest Airlines the top U.S. airline for 2025, and it’s all thanks to our incredible People. Their reliability, care, and commitment to Customers helped us shine across every category. We continue to invest in the tools, technology, and support that help our Teams succeed—and this recognition shows the impact of that work. To every Southwest Heart: thank you. Wanna be part of Southwest’s future? We’d love for you to help shape what comes next. swa.is/careers
We’re #1 — Thanks to Our People The Wall Street Journal has named Southwest Airlines the top U.S. airline for 2025, and it’s all thanks to our incredible People. Their reliability, care, and commitment to Customers helped us shine across every category. We continue to invest in the tools, technology, and support that help our Teams succeed—and this recognition shows the impact of that work. To every Southwest Heart: thank you. Wanna be part of Southwest’s future? We’d love for you to help shape what comes next. swa.is/careers
We’re celebrating a major milestone at Southwest as we introduce assigned and premium seating options—an exciting step made possible by the hard work and dedication of our People. From early‑morning celebrations across our network to Teams supporting operations in our Dallas Command Center, this change reflects an 18‑month transformational journey driven by Employee expertise and Customer feedback. Their Heart, teamwork, and commitment continue to shape who we are and where we’re headed! 💙❤️💛
We’re celebrating a major milestone at Southwest as we introduce assigned and premium seating options—an exciting step made possible by the hard work and dedication of our People. From early‑morning celebrations across our network to Teams supporting operations in our Dallas Command Center, this change reflects an 18‑month transformational journey driven by Employee expertise and Customer feedback. Their Heart, teamwork, and commitment continue to shape who we are and where we’re headed! 💙❤️💛
We're headed north! 🌲✈️ Anchorage, Alaska is joining our map! Get ready for new landscapes, new adventures, and this new destination coming mid-2026! Anchorage marks the fifth new destination we've announced thus far in 2025, and we'll expand our network to 122 airports* when service launches next year. Other destinations recently added to our route map include Santa Rosa, California; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; Knoxville, Tennessee, and St. Maarten. Our route network creates new experiences and more possibilities than ever before! * Based on U.S. Dept. of Transportation quarterly Airline Origin & Destination Survey as of Q1 2025 📸 Photos Courtesy of Visit Anchorage
We're headed north! 🌲✈️ Anchorage, Alaska is joining our map! Get ready for new landscapes, new adventures, and this new destination coming mid-2026! Anchorage marks the fifth new destination we've announced thus far in 2025, and we'll expand our network to 122 airports* when service launches next year. Other destinations recently added to our route map include Santa Rosa, California; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; Knoxville, Tennessee, and St. Maarten. Our route network creates new experiences and more possibilities than ever before! * Based on U.S. Dept. of Transportation quarterly Airline Origin & Destination Survey as of Q1 2025 📸 Photos Courtesy of Visit Anchorage
This year marks 25 years of us hiring Interns! What better way to celebrate National Intern Day AND National Hire a Veteran Day tomorrow than by highlighting one of our own? Farhan is now a Crew Scheduling Strategy & Portfolio Manager, but he started as an Intern in our People Department. His career in the Navy began right out of high school, and he continued to serve throughout college, his internship, and his early career. Transitioning from an internship to a full-time role, Farhan was able to manage his civilian and military careers simultaneously. He’s held various positions at Southwest and moved into a Leadership role last year. Farhan is proud to connect with and mentor current Interns while also participating in our “Heart With Heart” program that transports loved ones and fallen service members to their final resting place. He does all this while leading the Crew Scheduling Strategy & Portfolio Team. “The Southwest Family has supported me through all my career changes, and I’ve always felt encouraged to explore my passions and interests. I carry a sense of pride for Southwest even when I’m not at work, and I’m grateful for everything this Company has blessed me, my family, and all of our Cohearts with.” We’re proud to employ more than 10,200 military members and 1,800 military spouses and grateful for their sacrifices and our Interns’ contributions as we celebrate 25 years of our Intern Program. And a special thank you to Farhan for his dedication to both!
This year marks 25 years of us hiring Interns! What better way to celebrate National Intern Day AND National Hire a Veteran Day tomorrow than by highlighting one of our own? Farhan is now a Crew Scheduling Strategy & Portfolio Manager, but he started as an Intern in our People Department. His career in the Navy began right out of high school, and he continued to serve throughout college, his internship, and his early career. Transitioning from an internship to a full-time role, Farhan was able to manage his civilian and military careers simultaneously. He’s held various positions at Southwest and moved into a Leadership role last year. Farhan is proud to connect with and mentor current Interns while also participating in our “Heart With Heart” program that transports loved ones and fallen service members to their final resting place. He does all this while leading the Crew Scheduling Strategy & Portfolio Team. “The Southwest Family has supported me through all my career changes, and I’ve always felt encouraged to explore my passions and interests. I carry a sense of pride for Southwest even when I’m not at work, and I’m grateful for everything this Company has blessed me, my family, and all of our Cohearts with.” We’re proud to employ more than 10,200 military members and 1,800 military spouses and grateful for their sacrifices and our Interns’ contributions as we celebrate 25 years of our Intern Program. And a special thank you to Farhan for his dedication to both!
Some people dream of flying, but Ron lives it every day. Whether he's soaring in a hot air balloon or serving Customers on a Southwest flight, Ron loves to see the world from the skies. Off the clock, Ron is a hot air balloon pilot, a passion of his for over 20 years. On the clock, he’s a Las Vegas-based Flight Attendant who inspires many, including his own daughter, who followed in his footsteps to become a Southwest Flight Attendant. Ron combines his passion for aviation with his career at Southwest, where he’s empowered to pursue his goals and lifestyle. Thank you, Ron, for bringing your warmth and passion to the skies on and off the clock. To learn more about opportunities to create a career by you, for you, visit careers.southwestair.com.
On and Off the Clock: That Floating Feeling | Southwest Airlines
In 2023, we made historic investments to modernize the operation. Let’s take a look at the progress we made together to improve where we work, what we fly, and how we deliver.
2023 Modernization Year in Review | Southwest Airlines