Southwest Airlines to Modernize Aircraft, Uniforms and More

Image: Rendering of Southwest's modern new aircraft interior and seats. (Photo Credit: Southwest Airlines)

by Lacey Pfalz
Last updated: 12:10 PM ET, Fri February 2, 2024

Southwest Airlines Co. announced it would be redesigning its aircraft with new seats and other enhancements to help modernize its flying experience.?

New aircraft seats designed by RECARO will bring a more modern style to Southwest’s planes. Features of these seats will include a multi-adjustable headrest cushion and a personal electronic device holder.?

Tangerine, a leading design company for the transportation sector, will update Southwest’s cabin interiors on new aircraft, coming next year. The design will feature deep blues with sky blue accents, along with the airline’s Southwest Heart as a pattern.

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Additionally, Southwest’s 53,000 employees will be receiving new uniforms, designed by apparel vendor Design Collective by Cintas, uniform brand consultant and fashion stylist Bonnie Markel and a collection of 75 Southwest employees. There is no date for when the new uniforms will debut.?

"Southwest flies above our competition with industry-leading flexibility and our legendary Hospitality," said Tony Roach, Senior Vice President and Chief Customer Officer at Southwest Airlines. "Our redesigned cabin interior significantly enhances our inflight customer experience and will complement the amazing service that our crews provide."

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