Many people who had the Southwest Companion Pass in 2016 are getting an email from Southwest indicating that they have status in 2017 as well.
Southwest confirmed the error and advises us to disregard the email.
We regret that the email was sent in error. Please disregard. It would be our pleasure to welcome you onboard soon! ^NL
— Southwest Airlines (@SouthwestAir) January 4, 2017
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