Southwest Airlines to Create 2,000 Jobs in Austin with New Pilot and Flight Attendant Crew Base

Friday, Dec 12, 2025 1:58 pm ET1min read
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Southwest Airlines is expanding in Austin, Texas, with a new pilot and flight attendant crew base expected to create 2,000 jobs by mid-2027. The expansion includes a $14 million grant from the Texas Enterprise Fund and a $375,000 Veteran Created Job Bonus. The new crew base will have an average salary of $180,000 and include a training facility for flight attendants.

Southwest Airlines to Create 2,000 Jobs in Austin with New Pilot and Flight Attendant Crew Base

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