Southwest ends open seating after 54 years. Here's what the last flight was like

Southwest Airlines replaced open seating with assigned seats after more than 50 years.
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Southwest ends open seating after 55 years: Crew and passenger reactions from day one

In July of 2025, Southwest Airlines (SWA) made national news when it announced it was ending its open seating policy on ...

Southwest Airlines' golden age quietly came to an end

It's sad to see Southwest do away with its most unique offerings, but will it pay off for the company?

Southwest Airlines faces backlash after announcing major change to seating

Some customers have dubbed the Southwest Airlines policy "garbage," while others were more impressed with the shift.
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Our baby wants a bite of dad’s food

Baby really wants a bite of dad’s food—funny reaction.

Plane Passenger Captures Video Signaling Major Change at Southwest: ‘End of an Era’

Southwest passengers react to removal of signature boarding posts amid changes.