You might think busy airlines would be hiring, not firing, but recent news about Southwest Airlines shows a different reality. This lesson will reveal why airlines sometimes lay off staff even when flights are full, and what this means for their business and employees.
Southwest Airlines recently announced layoffs, sparking questions about why a seemingly busy airline would cut jobs.
On May 29, 2024, Southwest confirmed it would lay off 75 employees from its operations department, primarily in Dallas.