Southwest to Trim Workforce by 2,000, Offer Voluntary Time Off Programs as Boeing Delivery Delays Hit Finances

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Southwest Airlines is to end the year with 2,000 fewer employees than at the end of 2023 as the airline battles worse than anticipated delays for new 737MAX jets from embattled aircraft manufacturer Boeing, CEO Bob Jordan announced on Thursday.

The Dallas-based carrier also said it would slow hiring and offer a variety of voluntary time off programs as it works to contain mounting costs, which pushed Southwest to a net loss of $231 million in the first three months of 2024.

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