Southwest Airlines Baggage Fee Change

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Southwest Airlines has decided to start charging some travelers for checked bags after pressure from Elliott Investment Management. This decision comes after the airline ended open seating on flights and cut 15% of its corporate roles.

Key Points

  • Pressure from Elliott Investment Management led to the decision to charge for checked bags
  • Southwest Airlines will still offer exceptions for elite frequent flyers and credit card holders
  • The decision aligns Southwest with rival airlines that generate significant revenue from bag fees

Pros

  • Potential revenue increase for Southwest Airlines

Cons

  • Customers who valued free checked bags may be unhappy with the change