Millions of people across the United States looked up in awe at the total solar eclipse, a spectacular phenomenon that only happens once in a lifetime.
But a group of lucky travelers witnessed a solar eclipse at an altitude of 35,000 feet and had a unique experience they'll never forget.
Southwest Airlines, one of the country's most popular airlines, is hosting a unique in-flight event, “Solar Brechon,” featuring eclipse-themed festive glasses, napkins, and space cocktails for its passengers. was sponsored.
The airline said solarblation flights in the path of the eclipse included Southwest Flight 1252 from Dallas (Love Field) to Pittsburgh. Southwest Airlines Flight 1721 departs from Austin and heads to Indianapolis. and Southwest Airlines Flight 1910 (hobby) departing from St. Louis to Houston.
Passengers on these flights had a front row seat to the eclipse, making their journey even more memorable and exciting.
Southwest Airlines captures stunning photos of total solar eclipse during 'Solar Brechon'
But that's not all. Ahead of the March solar eclipse, Southwest Airlines announced a solarbration sweepstakes in partnership with Omni Hotels. The sweepstakes rewarded two lucky winners and their guests with an out-of-this-world solar eclipse experience.
Winners will enjoy an eclipse-themed decorated room at the Omni Hotel in Austin or Dallas, then head to the airport and begin their celestial adventure by boarding a Southwest Airlines flight in the path of the eclipse. Ta. Omni Hotel provided glasses, napkins, and stir sticks on the flight, including luggage tags with special perks.
As the entire world looked to the skies in wonder on Monday, Southwest Airlines went one step further by using its location in the sky to offer passengers a unique opportunity to observe the phenomenon up close. is.
The airline's solarblation flights allowed passengers to witness the eclipse from a whole new perspective, and the festive atmosphere on board made the experience even more memorable.
