"In our 36-year history, we've focused on domestic
flights, and we're a profitable airline so it's worked out well for
us. I think international flights are an option for additional
revenue that all airlines are looking for right now."
Source: Southwest Airlines spokesperson Whitney
Eichinger. For the first time in its 36 year history, the carrier
is looking to expand into the international travel market, through
its codeshare agreement with ATA Airlines.