Southwest Airlines Waives Fine, Invests in Operations

The U.S. Department of Transportation has waived a significant portion of the fine imposed on Southwest Airlines, totaling $140 million, following a major winter storm in 2022 that led to thousands of flight cancellations. The airline had agreed to pay $35 million as part of the penalty, but the final $11 million payment has been waived due to Southwests improved on-time performance and network operations investments. This decision encourages airlines to enhance their operations, ultimately benefiting consumers, rather than just collecting monetary penalties.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.