Originally Posted by OrionTanker

It appears to be true that new hires are not showing for new hire class. Numbers I do not have. Why? Probably, the new hires have a choice of airlines. Upgrade is probably the deciding factor on what airline to go to.

For everyone at SWA, live in a domicle, regardless of where it is. If you can hold it, go there. Quality of life goes up big time. Regardless if you are a reserve or line holder.

FLL and HOU will be coming on line in 2015 for international travel. Since HOU is a base, makes sense that FLL will be a base as well.

There seems to be some good traction with satellite bases coming online very soon. TPA, BNA, STL, RDU, and MCI are possible choices. I think BNA and TPA would be the top choices for the small satellite bases. Many commuters live in these cities. Small bases yes, but living in these cities would be a plus.