Safety is one of the biggest concerns in air travel. From checking IDs at the gate to passing through TSA screenings, most security measures are focused on what happens before boarding the plane.

Now, Southwest Airlines is adding an extra layer of protection in the sky. Its newest planes are being fitted with a retractable cockpit barrier designed to address mid-flight hazards and give passengers more peace of mind. Here’s what travelers need to know about these new barriers and on which planes they can expect to see them.

Southwest Airlines' Newest Planes Will Be Equipped With A Retractable Cockpit Barrier

Last month, Southwest Airlines tightened its refund rules for plus-size passengers . Starting from this month, passengers will notice another change: a retractable barrier that pro

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