Southwest Airlines

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This paper presents a case study of Southwest Airlines, examining its history, background and current problems. The paper analyzes the case in terms of the rational model, the political model and the cultural model.

From the Paper:

"According to the report filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, Southwest is a major domestic airline that provides predominantly short haul, high-frequency, point-to-point, low-fare service. Southwest was incorporated in Texas. It commenced service with three Boeing aircraft, serving three Texas cities. The airline employs relatively simple fare structure, featuring low unrestricted, unlimited everyday coach fares, as well as even lower fares available on a restricted basis."

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