FAA Launches Audit of Southwest Airlines After Safety Incidents, WSJ Reports

Jul 23, 2024, 05:22 PM

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an audit of Southwest Airlines following a series of recent safety incidents, as reported by the Wall Street Journal. These incidents include flights descending too early and taking off from a closed runway. Southwest Airlines is cooperating with the FAA and has formed a team to analyze its safety system. The FAA's broader audit aims to assess the airline's overall safety protocols and procedures.