Southwest Targets March 2027 for MAX 7 Launch (aviationa2z.com)

Southwest Airlines plans to begin Boeing 737 MAX 7 passenger service in March 2027 with aircraft configured for 150 Recaro seats and Starlink internet. Deliveries start in late December 2026, with initial flights covering overwater routes like Burbank to Honolulu. The rollout requires FAA operating approvals and preparation work at Paine Field, Phoenix, and Kansas City.