DOT To Probe Southwest Cancellations That Stranded Flyers

Southwest Airlines is facing significant operational issues, leading to massive flight cancellations. The Wall Street Journal reports that the airline will operate only a third of its schedule to reposition crews. The Union claims the problem is not due to staffing but rather a systems issue. CEO Bob Jordan acknowledges the operational challenges, while the US Department of Transportation finds the cancellations concerning and plans to investigate if they were controllable and if the airline is supporting affected customers.

What action is Southwest Airlines taking to manage its schedule in the coming days?

• Cancelling all flights

• Operating a third of its schedule

• Operating half of its schedule

• Operating all flights as planned

According to the Union, what is the primary cause of the issues faced by Southwest Airlines?

• Lack of staff

• Fuel shortages

• System failures

• Weather conditions

What challenge did Southwest Airlines face during the storm?

• Inability to fuel planes

• Difficulty in rescheduling and notifying crew

• Lack of passenger demand

• Overbooking of flights

What did Southwest CEO Bob Jordan say about the company's current situation?

• The company is operating smoothly

• There are no issues in the operation

• The company is expanding its operations

• There are many issues in the operation

What is the US Department of Transportation's stance on the Southwest cancellations?

• They are a minor issue

• They are concerning and unacceptable

• They are beneficial for the company

• They are acceptable