8-K current report · filed Aug 10, 2026

Southwest Airlines (LUV) 8-K Current Report: August 10, 2026

Item 5.02LUV overview

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Southwest Airlines (LUV) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on August 10, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers). Southwest expanded its Board to 13 members with immediate appointments of Varun Krishna and Jason T. Liberty.

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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers

  • Southwest expanded its Board to 13 members with immediate appointments of Varun Krishna and Jason T. Liberty
  • Appointees bring CEO experience from Rocket Companies, Redfin, and Royal Caribbean Cruises
  • Each receives a $100,000 annual retainer, pro-rated for the June 2026–May 2027 service period
  • 2026 Board equity awards carried approximately $170,000 grant-date value before their appointments
  • No committee assignments, related-party conflicts, or selection arrangements disclosed for either director

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