Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines is one of the largest domestic airlines in the United States, headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Founded in 1967 and beginning commercial service on June 18, 1971, the airline pioneered the low-cost carrier model and operates a point-to-point network that connects customers to destinations across the US and select international markets. Southwest is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol LUV and employs more than 10,000 people. The company differentiates itself through no checked baggage fees, no change fees, and a strong employee-centric culture focused on delivering friendly, reliable, and affordable air travel.