Southwest Passenger Shocked by New ‘Illogical’ Seating: ‘Maximizing Discomfort’

Southwest Passenger Shocked by New ‘Illogical’ Seating: ‘Maximizing Discomfort’

Southwest passengers question assigned seating after crowded cabins appear despite numerous empty seats.

Southwest Passenger Shocked by New 'Illogical' Seating: 'Maximizing Discomfort'

Southwest passengers question assigned seating after crowded cabins appear despite numerous empty seats.

It's One Week Into Assigned Seating - Here's What Southwest Passengers Say NOW

When Southwest officially began its system of assigned seating a week ago today, there were a lot of cheers – and a lot of hand-wringing. People either loved or hated the airline’s previous open seating plan and the two camps often went head to head about it on social media (because that’s THE best place to change someone’s mind). Of course, the first few days of ANYTHING brand new are going to be bumpy as both the company and customers get thei…

Southwest Airlines Now Forces Passengers To Gate-Check Bags Despite Open Bin Space — Copying Worst Boarding Tactic Of Competitors

Southwest Airlines is now forcing passengers to gate-check their carry-on bags early, claiming overhead bins are full even when plenty of space remains available. This controversial practice, long associated with American, Delta, and United, marks a real shift triggered by Southwest’s recent adoption of assigned seating and checked bag fees, undermining their historical advantage in efficient boarding and angering customers.