Southwest Airlines changed its in-flight snack offering at the end of January, which puts the college softball team at the University of Pittsburgh at risk of severe illness during travel due to a nut allergy. The Panthers vow to boycott the aviation company in the future due to its lack of consideration.
Pistachios cannot be that important.
This unfortunate reality will continue to be a problem for Pitt throughout the entire college softball season, as most of its flights are already booked. Maybe this can be the catalyst for change.
Southwest Airlines introduced pistachios.
Southwest introduced ‘Wonder Pistachios No Shells’ as a complimentary snack option for passengers seated in Extra Legroom seats on Jan. 27, 2026. One of the most prominent airline carries in the country framed the new offering as a luxurious perk for customers who paid up for their seats…