Southwest Airlines Announces First-Ever Layoffs, Shocking California and Texas

Southwest Airlines is reducing its workforce by 1,750 employees, targeting corporate and leadership positions in a move to streamline operations under its new transformation strategy. The layoffs, which affect 15% of corporate roles, include 11 senior executives at the Vice President level and above.

“This is a historic and tough decision for Southwest,” said CEO and Vice Chairman Bob Jordan. “However, it’s a necessary step towards building a more efficient and responsive organization.”

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The company aims to complete the layoffs by the second quarter of 2025. This restructuring is expected to result in $210 million in savings in 2025 and $300 million annually by 2026. Southwest anticipates a one-time severance and benefits charge ranging from $60 million to $80 million in the first quarter of 2025.

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