Southwest Airlines, Co. Order 2018-1-5

This order concerns violations of the notification provisions of the Department’s domestic baggage liability rule, 14 CFR Part 254, by Southwest Airlines, Co. (“Southwest”). Violations of Part 254 constitute unfair and deceptive practices in violation of 49 U.S.C. § 41712. The order directs Southwest to cease and desist from further similar violations of 49 U.S.C. § 41712 and 14 CFR Part 254, and assesses Southwest $50,000 in civil penalties.