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Wow- if this goes thru, I will definitely not be a-list in future years, as I will not be fling SW much, if at all. I rarely check a bag, and if they used the mentioned cost tiers, picking a decent seat will cost more than selecting a premier seat at other airlines.   https://onemileatatime.com/news/southwest-transform-business-model/ ... View more

This will probably increase the entitled people who also save seats for their entire family or group. At least this Dad only saved 5 seats - not like the "donut-lady" who saved 13?  https://viewfromthewing.com/dad-hacks-southwest-airlines-boarding-process-saves-240-and-secures-the-best-seats/ ... View more

I'm not "frequent" flier- but do fly once or twice a month. This year, I have focused my travel with Southwest in order to reach A-list status.  Now I'm wondering why? When I had A-list last year, there were flights I rec'd A-45 as my "status" boarding assignment -And there is little point in "upgrading" boarding when my flights  usually originate elsewhere. Now with the rampant abuse of pre-boarders and seat-savers ( worse than last year)- I'm thinking of changing my favorite airline to one with assigned seating.   Is there any other reason to pursue A-list? Talk me into remaining loyal to Southwest... ... View more