The U.S. Government is pursuing maximum penalties against Southwest Airlines for operating chronically delayed flights. An investigation found disruptions caused by these operations, leading to a lawsuit filed in California.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg emphasized that airlines must provide realistic flight schedules and that the Department is ready to enforce passenger protections through legal action.
Southwest Airlines expressed disappointment over the DOT's lawsuit, citing that the delays in question happened more than two years ago and highlighting improvements in their operational conduct since.
The Department of Transportation also penalized Frontier Airlines for chronic delays, issuing a fine with a portion suspended based on future performance.
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