Southwest already connects PHX with LIT, AUS, etc. PHX to Dallas is what Southwest can't fly now.

I think you misunderstand the purpose of the DOT. The DOT is not a consumer advocacy group. The DOT's job is to enforce federal law.


I have thought long and hard about the Wright Amendment (I used to live in D/FW and frequently visit). I agree its original purpose is clearly no longer needed. However, I feel it is more important for government to hold up their end of the bargain. The federal government forced all the airlines in operation at that time out of Love Field.

If anything is to be changed, IMHO the only fair thing to do is close Love Field completely, and then Southwest would have no choice but to move to DFW.

AA is not my favorite airline, believe me, but even I can feel sorry for them if we were to remove all restrictions on Love Field.

Southwest has every right to enter DFW. Just because they choose not to is not a good reason to relax the Wright Amendment.

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[This message has been edited by JS (edited 08-07-2003).]