- Mar 13, 2024
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Southwest Airlines is making waves with its decision to eliminate both its open seating policy and the "two free checked bags" allowance by year's end, leading some customers to consider other airlines. Seeing an opportunity, Spirit Airlines, fresh from a rough financial patch, seems poised to capture some of Southwest's displaced clientele.
Spirit has historically used a pay-as-you-go model, charging for extras like assigned seating and baggage but offering competitive pricing, and could benefit from Southwest’s new basic economy policy, which introduces fees for checked bags and omits seat assignments.
Even Delta Airlines is eyeing potential new customers from Southwest’s changes, although they tend to have higher average ticket prices. Spirit's CEO believes that as Southwest finds its footing, there’s a chance for growth in Spirit’s customer base. It's an interesting shift in the airline industry where competition is fierce.
What do you think about these changes in the aviation world? Will you be switching airlines because of these policies? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Spirit has historically used a pay-as-you-go model, charging for extras like assigned seating and baggage but offering competitive pricing, and could benefit from Southwest’s new basic economy policy, which introduces fees for checked bags and omits seat assignments.
Even Delta Airlines is eyeing potential new customers from Southwest’s changes, although they tend to have higher average ticket prices. Spirit's CEO believes that as Southwest finds its footing, there’s a chance for growth in Spirit’s customer base. It's an interesting shift in the airline industry where competition is fierce.
What do you think about these changes in the aviation world? Will you be switching airlines because of these policies? Share your thoughts in the comments!
