Here’s a Sneak Peek Into Southwest’s New Boarding Plan

Southwest began testing new boarding months before assigned seating was announced using the code name Project USA. And it ...

iOS 26’s enhanced boarding passes have finally arrived – here’s how they work

In iOS 26, boarding passes in Apple Wallet also include flight trackers, luggage location, and airport maps, but so far only ...
Reno Gazette-Journal

No more seat scramble: Southwest to assign seats and change boarding in major overhaul

Southwest Airlines will switch to assigned seating starting Jan. 27, 2026. The airline is adopting a group-based boarding process, prioritizing premium ticketholders and Rapid Rewards elites. This ...
fox6now

Here's how airlines may get rid of boarding passes and flight check-ins

UN aviation officials plan to replace boarding passes and flight check-in with a digital "journey pass" Passengers could travel using just their phone and face for verification within 2–3 years ...
New York Post

This airline is eliminating paper boarding passes in just six weeks — and flyers are fuming: ‘What do I do now?’

You’ll need a smartphone to fly this airline. Irish carrier Ryanair has announced it will be eliminating paper boarding passes and airport check-in in just over a month. As of Nov. 12, the budget ...
New York Post

Passengers will no longer need this travel essential to fly as industry plans major shake-up

One vital traveling essential may become obsolete. The aviation industry is planning its biggest shake-up in 50 years — and part of the major overhaul means no more boarding passes or checking in for ...