The Dallas airline previously announced that it was leaving behind another Southwest tradition, the open-boarding system it has used for more than 50 years.

Final boarding call for free bags at Southwest as airline abandons a cherished perk It’s the last day to book a flight on Southwest Airlines without being hit with a fee to check bags after the ...

It’s the final boarding call for open seating. Southwest Airlines announced Monday that flights with assigned seats will begin Jan. 27.

7. Ignoring Gate Announcements Tuning out announcements because you assume nothing has changed is risky. Gate changes, boarding delays, or final boarding calls can all happen without warning.