Southwest weighs Boeing 787 for long-haul
Southwest Airlines is considering the Boeing 787 Dreamliner as its first widebody jet for potential long-haul international flights. The carrier is exploring options to acquire aircraft through lessors or the secondary market.
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Southwest Airlines is leaning toward the Boeing 787 Dreamliner as its first widebody jet to support an upcoming long-haul international push, people familiar with fleet planning said. The carrier is weighing options for a fleet of dozens of widebody aircraft to launch international routes. The move marks a strategic shift for the airline, which currently operates an all-737 fleet.
