Great place going through some changes - Anonymous employee Southwest Airlines Employee Review

5.0
Feb 3, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

SWA is a classic for everyone working there--the culture is strong and the people stand for something great. It's definitely experiencing growing pains as management attempts to be bigger and better, and I find myself missing the old days here. But overall, I'm lucky to have the job I do, and I'm grateful for being a part of something bigger! In the world of massive, unfeeling corporations, I do think SWA tries to stay true to their roots.

Cons

Iffy management decisions, long hours

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Southwest Airlines Response
3mo
As you can attest in your 10 year tenue, Southwest is currently embracing the biggest transformation in our history—from the products we offer, how we serve our Customers’ needs, the technology supporting our operation, and even the ways our Teams work. Change can take time, and not everyone will agree with it, but we’re striving to set Southwest up for long-term success. We appreciate your contributions and work each day that’s moving us forward, and for all you do to keep our Culture and care for one another strong!

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Southwest Airlines Response
3d
Thank you for sharing your experience and for the work you do on the Ramp in Denver. We’re glad to hear you value the flexibility, downtime, and travel privileges! ✈️ We also appreciate your feedback on systems, scheduling, and workload. Supporting a safe and reliable operation is always our top priority. At the same time, we value input like yours on the tools and processes that directly impact our Teams, as strengthening these ultimately helps better support our operation. Thank you again for taking the time to share your perspective—feedback like yours helps us focus on where we can improve.
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