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Southwest Airlines is the world's largest low-cost carrier. The airline also holds the record of operating more Boeing 737 aircraft than any other airline. It is currently adding brand-new Boeing 737 MAX planes to the fleet, making it the largest MAX operator. (Featured image: Vincenzo Pace - Simple Flying)
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Southwest Airlines
IATA Code
WN
ICAO Code
SWA
Airline Type
Hub(s)
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, Dallas Love Field, Denver International Airport, Harry Reid International Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Houston Hobby Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, Midway International Airport, Oakland International Airport, Orlando International Airport, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Year Founded
1967
CEO
Robert Jordan
Country
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