Southwest Airlines announces layoffs as company faces turmoil

Category: Business

Southwest Airlines is laying off 15% of its corporate employees, affecting 1,750 individuals, as part of a restructuring effort to minimize costs and increase efficiency. The layoffs come amid financial challenges and a lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Transportation regarding chronically delayed flights. The airline aims to build a leaner organization to improve its financial performance.

Keywords: Southwest Airlines, layoffs, corporate restructuring

Source: Houston Public Media

Update At: 2/19/2025

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