July 19, 2019, 02:41 PM 
Nowadays, getting a free drink and packet of nuts on a flight is considered a win.
Passengers on a Southwest airlines plane, based in the U.S., got more than they bargained for when they all received a free Nintendo Switch and a copy of Super Mario Maker 2, courtesy of a new partnership between the airline and Nintendo.
On Jul. 18 2019, everyone onboard Southwest Flight 2246 from Dallas to San Diego were surprised with a Nintendo-themed gaming flight, complete with the cabin crew wearing Mario-themed headgear.
You know it’s going to be a good @SouthwestAir flight when it starts with team members in Luigi hard hats! 🤣#SouthwestxNintendo#SuperMarioMaker2 #Nintendo#SouthwestHeart #ad pic.twitter.com/DQqBZMggLD
— Britni Vigil (@PlayPartyPlan) July 17, 2019
The passengers onboard were then given the opportunity to play a custom air-travel themed Super Mario Maker 2 course, called the Southwest Super Sky Challenge.
Just announced they’re handing out @NintendoAmerica #nintendoswitch for anyone to try out a custom Southwest #supermariomaker2 level! So fun! #SouthwestxNintendo #SuperMarioMaker2 #Nintendo #SouthwestHeart #ad pic.twitter.com/594MCLvHcj
— Britni Vigil (@PlayPartyPlan) July 17, 2019
Each of the passengers onboard were then gifted a Nintendo Switch, as well as a download code for the Super Mario Maker 2 game.
One of my favorite @SouthwestAir moments ever - everyone on board holding up their tickets for a new #Nintendo switch! Thanks @NintendoAmerica for such a fun flight!!! #SouthwestxNintendo #SuperMarioMaker2 #SouthwestHeart #ad pic.twitter.com/Ikm6DYaLYe
— Britni Vigil (@PlayPartyPlan) July 17, 2019
Upon their arrival at San Diego, Mario himself was there to greet the flight and take photos with the passengers.
Already having a great con! We love you!!! Thank you @SouthwestAir & @NintendoAmerica 💖#SouthwestxNintendo pic.twitter.com/ZWfYtRG8Ix
— Jessica Rabbit (@_BrunchMoney) July 17, 2019
Passengers will continue to have a chance to win Nintendo merchandise for the rest of the campaign period, between Jul. 15 and Aug. 13.
The sweepstakes will culminate with a grand prize of a roundtrip air travel for the winner and three guests, as well as four Nintendo Switch systems and download codes for the Super Mario Maker 2 game.
Singapore Airlines, your move.
Top image from Southwest Airlines.
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