Southwest Airlines Unveils New Boeing 737
Southwest Airlines has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737 MAX with an updated cabin featuring new seats with in-seat power and larger overhead bins.
Each seat has in-seat power with both USB-A and USB-C ports, providing an elevated onboard experience for customers.
Southwest Airlines is "bringing an elevated onboard experience with premium options to our customers" as part of its fleet modernization plans.
- The airline will modernize more than half of their Boeing 737-700s, adding in-seat power, starting in late 2026.
- The new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft features RECARO R2 BL3710 economy class seats with advanced features.
The RECARO seats include a multi-adjustable headrest cushion, an ergonomically enhanced seat bottom, a backrest with lumbar support, and armrest design that maximizes seat width.
Author's summary: Southwest Airlines upgrades cabin with new seats and in-seat power.