I've been a Southwest pilot for 33 years. The loneliness affects my mental health, but I've learned tricks for coping.

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Robert Graves flies 15 days a month and has 15 days off, on average.

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How I took the 'best' photo of the 2017 American solar eclipse — and what I'm doing differently this year

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Astrophotographer and Keynote Speaker, Jon Carmichael (on left) captured this iconic image of the 2017 total solar eclipse that swept across the US.

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'We all need Boeing to be better': Airline bosses are getting annoyed that Boeing's problems are derailing their plans

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A Boeing 737 Max.

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American Airlines is raising its checked bag fees and overhauling how customers earn miles

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American Airlines is changing up its baggage and AAdvantage policies.

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The best and worst airlines in the US for 2023, according to the WSJ

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Delta Air Lines is ranked the best carrier in the US, according to the WSJ's annual rankings.

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A Southwest passenger says her luggage arrived soaking wet after a storm delay, damaging her wrapped Christmas gifts

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A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737.

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How much are Southwest points worth in 2023? What to expect when redeeming Rapid Rewards for award travel

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How to use, transfer, and redeem Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards points in 2023

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The Southwest Companion Pass can earn you nearly free travel with a buddy — here's how and why you should use this airline perk

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How much are credit card rewards, airline miles, and hotel points worth? See our updated valuations for 2023

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