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Southwest, American Air Drop Famed Halloween Parties on Virus
- Cancellation at Southwest is first since after 2001 attacks
- It’s ‘not a very celebratory time,’ says American spokesman
Southwest Airlines Co. and American Airlines Group Inc. have scrapped their annual staff Halloween parties because of the coronavirus pandemic, suspending revered traditions amid an unprecedented industry slump.
“You all know Halloween celebrations will look differently this year,” Southwest Chief Executive Officer Gary Kelly said in his weekly message to employees.