Southwest limits 'EarlyBird' service perk that lets passengers nab...

Southwest Airlines is limiting the opportunity to pay for its "EarlyBird" service, which allows passengers to board early and secure better seats, by reducing the number of spots available for purchase on certain flights.

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U.S. airlines flag high fuel costs, Southwest's August bookings disappoint

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