Southwest Airlines’ 60% Route Monopoly Is Under Threat: Why 2026 Could Reshape Its Competitive Advantage

Southwest Airlines has long enjoyed one of the most enviable competitive positions in the American aviation industry. While legacy carriers fought costly battles at congested hub airports and ultra-low-cost airlines competed aggressively on price, Southwest quietly built a network that allowed it to dominate hundreds of city pairs with little or no direct competition. That … Read more