Episode 277 - Southwest and Spirit Do a 180

Aired on March 17, 2025

Doug is back from 777 training in Denver and Drew runs out of spare 737s on the ground…but wait, what’s in the air? We discuss:

• US economy is seeing some headwinds with airlines bracing for lower bookings

• Performance guidance from the big carriers

• Southwest gives in to bag fees

• Spirit does an about face after bankruptcy and now wants to be a premium, yes you heard that right, a premium carrier

• Korean changes its branding and livery

• Listener comments