Being the aviation nut that I am, it's always fun trying new airlines. And, recently, I got to try a new-to-me airline for a quick mini-vacation. So, let's talk about Southwest Airlines 1503 Honolulu - Kona service. … [Read more...] about Southwest Airlines 1503 Honolulu – Kona
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Hawaiian Airlines Gets a Reprieve
Southwest Airlines spent much of 2019 building and normalizing its Hawaii operations. This, however, has put immense pressure on Hawaii's largest airline. But Hawaiian Airlines is getting a reprieve, as Southwest slows its Hawaii growth. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Gets a Reprieve
The Southwest Airlines Boarding Process
Recently, I got to give Southwest Airlines a try for the first time. So, for all my Hawaii people that may not have flown them yet, here's what you need to know about Southwest Airlines boarding process. … [Read more...] about The Southwest Airlines Boarding Process
Booking Hawaii Inter-Island Travel in the Southwest Era
Recently, I booked a trip to Kona for Mrs. Island Miler and I. Things are quite different from the last time we traveled inter-island, so let's talk about booking Hawaii inter-island travel in the Southwest era. … [Read more...] about Booking Hawaii Inter-Island Travel in the Southwest Era
Southwest Has Very Strong Ambitions in Hawaii
I knew Southwest Airlines would put up a fight when entering the Hawaii market. But this image clearly shows that Southwest has very strong ambitions in Hawaii. SAVAGE!! … [Read more...] about Southwest Has Very Strong Ambitions in Hawaii
Analysis of the Southwest Airlines Hawaii Launch
Southwest began selling tickets for its hotly anticipated Hawaii service yesterday. So, today, I'm doing an analysis of the Southwest Airlines Hawaii launch, fares, award prices, competitive response, and more. … [Read more...] about Analysis of the Southwest Airlines Hawaii Launch
Southwest Airlines Receives ETOPS Certification!
After months of delays, Airline officials confirmed on Wednesday the news we've all been waiting for; Southwest Airlines receives ETOPS Certification! … [Read more...] about Southwest Airlines Receives ETOPS Certification!
Southwest Finishes Hawaii ETOPS Test Flights
We're getting closer! The Honolulu Star-Advertiser reports that Southwest finishes Hawaii ETOPS test flights, paving the way to completion of the certification process. … [Read more...] about Southwest Finishes Hawaii ETOPS Test Flights
RUMOR: Southwest Valentine’s Surprise for Hawaii
Rumor has it that there's going to be a Southwest Valentine's surprise for Hawaii. And I'm sure you all can guess what I'm alluding to here. … [Read more...] about RUMOR: Southwest Valentine’s Surprise for Hawaii
Southwest Air Gates at HNL gates are Complete
As Southwest Airlines made its inaugural validation flight, the Hawaii Department of Transportation made another important announcement; the Southwest Air gare at HNL are complete! … [Read more...] about Southwest Air Gates at HNL gates are Complete