Our plan includes reducing our carbon emissions intensity by 25% by 2030 and 50% by 2035 as compared with 2019¹. We're focusing on a number of initiatives, both in the air and on the ground, to help get us there.

Southwest Airlines is currently executing a transformative "10-year" strategic vision that focuses on revenue modernization and network evolution to compete with legacy carriers. The most significant shift in their 2026 plan is the official move from open seating to assigned seating, accompanied by the introduction of "Extra Legroom" sections to attract high-value business travelers. This plan also involves a massive "all-Boeing 737 MAX" fleet renewal, aimed at significantly reducing fuel consumption and carbon emissions. Southwest is also expanding its "point-to-point" model to include more international partnerships, such as its 2025 deal with Icelandair, to provide global connectivity for its loyal Rapid Rewards members. Operationally, the airline is investing over $1 billion in AI-driven technology to prevent the type of scheduling meltdowns seen in 2022, focusing on "resilient infrastructure." By 2030, Southwest aims to be a "full-service low-cost" hybrid, offering the flexibility and luggage perks it is famous for while providing the cabin amenities and global reach that modern travelers demand in a mature aviation market.