Southwest weighs Boeing 787 for long-haul flights (airdatanews.com)

Southwest Airlines is reportedly considering adding Boeing 787 Dreamliners to its fleet, which would end its 50-year tradition of operating only 737s. The airline has evaluated dozens of Dreamliners for long-haul routes, with potential service within three years, though no final decision is made. Airbus alternatives include the A321XLR and A330neo, while the A220 is also proposed for smaller aircraft needs.