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Disruptions Weekly Overview

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Chicago

~ 34,397 Flights affected

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New York

~ 28,700 Flights affected

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Boston

~ 26,560 Flights affected

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Dallas

~ 22,560 Flights affected

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Newark

~ 21,663 Flights affected

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London

~ 19,709 Flights affected

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Houston

~ 17,700 Flights affected

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Miami

~ 17,700 Flights affected

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Washington

~ 17,700 Flights affected

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Frankfurt

~ 16,324 Flights affected

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Paris

~ 16,324 Flights affected

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Los Angeles

~ 14,663 Flights affected

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Orlando

~ 14,663 Flights affected

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Fort Lauderdale

~ 14,663 Flights affected

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Detroit

~ 14,663 Flights affected

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Philadelphia

~ 14,663 Flights affected

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New Orleans

~ 14,663 Flights affected

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San Diego

~ 7,897 Flights affected

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Indianapolis

~ 7,897 Flights affected

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Manchester

~ 5,046 Flights affected

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Birmingham

~ 5,046 Flights affected

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Edinburgh

~ 4,956 Flights affected

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Newcastle

~ 4,956 Flights affected

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Bristol

~ 4,956 Flights affected

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Glasgow

~ 4,956 Flights affected

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Atlanta

~ 4,000 Flights affected

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Jakarta

~ 3,900 Flights affected

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Tokyo

~ 3,900 Flights affected

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Delhi

~ 3,900 Flights affected

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Denver

~ 3,037 Flights affected

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Rome

~ 2,645 Flights affected

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Madrid

~ 2,645 Flights affected

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Tenerife

~ 2,000 Flights affected

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Granadilla De Abone

~ 2,000 Flights affected

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Dubai

~ 1,579 Flights affected

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Jeddah

~ 1,237 Flights affected

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Riyadh

~ 1,237 Flights affected

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Abha

~ 1,237 Flights affected

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Sharjah

~ 1,237 Flights affected

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Amman

~ 1,237 Flights affected

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Charleroi

~ 832 Flights affected

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Doha

~ 677 Flights affected

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Gizan

~ 677 Flights affected

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Najran

~ 677 Flights affected

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Jazan

~ 677 Flights affected

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Nejran

~ 677 Flights affected

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Kuwait City

~ 560 Flights affected

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Kuwait

~ 560 Flights affected

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São Paulo

~ 345 Flights affected

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Campinas

~ 345 Flights affected

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Guarulhos

~ 345 Flights affected

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Abu Dhabi

~ 342 Flights affected

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Phoenix

~ 270 Flights affected

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Dublin

~ 90 Flights affected

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Delays and Cancellations

Northeast U.S. storm cancels 7,000+ flights; travel waivers in place

A winter storm across the northeastern United States has led to extensive air travel disruption, with more than 7,000 flight cancellations since Monday. Major U.S. carriers, including American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, and United, issued advisories and are offering fee-free changes via travel waivers. Disruptions are expected to continue for several days. Travelers are advised to monitor airline apps for rebooking options. As the cause is weather-related, airlines generally are not responsible for costs like meals or accommodation. Rail and bus services also saw interruptions, especially around New York and Boston.

Carmina DavisFeb 25, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

Winter storm on 19 Feb disrupts European flights: 210 cancellations, 2,709 delays

A winter storm on 19 February disrupted air travel across Europe, leading to 210 cancellations and 2,709 delays. Amsterdam Schiphol was among the hardest hit hubs. Frankfurt, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Oslo Gardermoen and Munich also reported cancellations and delays. KLM recorded 57 cancellations and 126 delays, while easyJet reported 13 cancellations and 344 delays. Other affected airlines included SAS, Iberia, Air France, British Airways and Lufthansa. Ground transport was also impacted, with frozen tracks and icy roads. Knock-on effects were expected to continue through the week.

Carmina DavisFeb 24, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

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Heathrow disruption leaves travelers stranded as 228 flights delayed and 48 canceled

Passengers at London Heathrow faced widespread disruption, with 228 flights delayed and 48 canceled. British Airways recorded the most affected services, while American, United, Virgin Atlantic, Delta, JetBlue, Iberia, Air Canada, SAS, Air France, Brussels Airlines, Finnair, KLM, Lufthansa, and Swiss were also impacted. Disruptions were linked to operational pressures such as ground staff shortages and crew scheduling issues. Transatlantic routes to New York, Boston, and Newark, and services to Paris were among those affected, with some flights delayed up to eight hours.

Carmina DavisFeb 24, 2026

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Delta IT glitch prompts network-wide departure delays amid East Coast storm

Delta Air Lines is experiencing network-wide departure delays due to a technical problem affecting check-in and boarding systems. The airline cited a “connectivity issue” impacting tools used at gate areas, forcing manual check-in and boarding that is slower than usual. The disruption is occurring alongside a nor’easter affecting the U.S. East Coast, adding further strain to operations and contributing to widespread delays. No timeline, airport-specific details, or totals for affected flights or passengers were disclosed.

Carmina DavisFeb 24, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

Northeast snowstorm and TSA PreCheck confusion disrupt U.S. air travel

A major snowstorm in the Northeast, combined with brief TSA PreCheck pauses, triggered widespread U.S. flight disruption. Nationwide cancellations reached at least 8,000, with further ripple effects into Monday. LAX recorded 82 cancellations and 101 delays, while Chicago’s O’Hare logged 133 cancellations and Midway 23. Travelers also faced long lines at Miami and Fort Lauderdale, and significant fare spikes on certain routes. Authorities later confirmed PreCheck would continue, though adjustments were made locally to prioritize core security operations.

Carmina DavisFeb 24, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

Winter storm triggers cancellations at Toronto Pearson; airlines offer fee-free rebooking

Snow and freezing rain on 18 February disrupted flights in Southern Ontario. By 07:00 EST, over 15% of departures and arrivals at Toronto Pearson were canceled, with impacts also at Toronto’s Billy Bishop, Ottawa, and Halifax. Air Canada, WestJet, and Porter introduced flexible, no-fee rebooking. De-icing capacity reductions added to delays, and travelers were advised to arrive early and monitor airline alerts. Forecasts pointed to intermittent freezing rain through 20 February, with potential for further issues.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 20, 2026

Delays

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Navitaire system outage causes check-in delays in India

A short Navitaire IT system outage on 19 February disrupted airline check-in and boarding across India. IndiGo, Akasa Air, and SpiceJet were affected, with Delhi and Mumbai airports seeing queues and delays as staff switched to manual processing. The outage occurred between 6:45–7:28 a.m. IST and again from 8:10–8:25 a.m. IST, before services were restored. Airlines reported delays but no widespread cancellations. Navitaire cited network instability from a planned maintenance change.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 20, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

Bucharest snowstorm causes flight cancellations, delays and diversions

A snowstorm on 18 February disrupted air travel in Bucharest. Both Henri Coandă and Bucharest Băneasa airports reported cancellations, delays and five diversions to cities including Varna, Sofia, Cluj, Craiova and Athens. Affected services included flights from LOT, TAROM and Turkish Airlines. Runway clearing and aircraft de-icing contributed to additional delays. A red-code warning was in place from around 04:20 to 08:20, followed by an orange alert until 16:00.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 19, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

Winter storm prompts ground stop and delays at Salt Lake City International

A winter storm on Feb 18 affected operations at Salt Lake City International Airport. Departures were briefly halted around 2 p.m. for snow removal amid an FAA ground stop extended into the afternoon, leading to delays of about 30 minutes before flights resumed. Whiteout conditions were observed, and officials cautioned that additional delays and cancellations were possible due to de-icing and runway conditions. Travelers were advised to check their flight status closely as weather-related disruption could continue.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 19, 2026

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Cancellations

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Qatar Airways to cut 133 London–Doha flights; Heathrow and Gatwick schedules reduced

Qatar Airways will reduce its London–Doha schedule in spring 2026, removing 133 flights between April and June. Weekly departures drop from 70 to 59 in the week beginning 1 May. Gatwick services are cut to 11 per week, while Heathrow falls from 59 to 48. The airline is reportedly reallocating some London airport slots to British Airways and is also adjusting other routes, including suspending Aleppo and reducing frequencies to Peshawar, San Francisco, Sialkot, and Venice. A smaller, 2% overall reduction is anticipated from July to October.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 19, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

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Italy aviation strikes planned for 26 February and 7th March 2026; expect delays and cancellations

Italy’s aviation sector will strike on 26 February 2026. Flights may face delays and cancellations, with extended processing times possible even for operating services. Airports likely to feel the impact include Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate, Rome Fiumicino, Venice Marco Polo, and Verona Valerio Catullo. Walkouts are expected across pilots, cabin crew, and ground staff. Travelers should monitor airline and airport advisories closely, remain flexible with plans, and be prepared for schedule changes on or around the strike date. A further strike will also affect aviation on 7th March.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 19, 2026

Cancellations

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Airlines cancel flights affecting Paris, Rome, New York and Dubai

Airlines including SAS, Iberia, British Airways and Air Algérie have canceled numerous flights, disrupting travel to key destinations such as Paris, Rome, New York and Dubai. The cancellations are impacting both leisure and business travel across Europe, the United States and the Middle East. Travelers are advised to track flights in real time, review airline cancellation and compensation policies, prepare for extended waits, stay in contact with airlines for rebooking, consider travel insurance, and familiarise themselves with their passenger rights.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 18, 2026

Cancellations

Calgary snowstorm prompts 23 flight cancellations at Calgary International

A winter storm on 17 February 2026 brought heavy snow and strong winds to Calgary, leading to reduced visibility and difficult conditions at Calgary International Airport. By 9 a.m., 23 flights had been canceled, and travelers were advised to expect delays and monitor airline updates. Airport crews worked to keep runways and taxiways operational amid low visibility. Further cold was forecast for 18 February.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 18, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

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Cancellations and delays across Stockholm, Paris and Venice as SAS, Pegasus and Air France flights disrupted

Air travel across several European cities faced disruption, with SAS, Pegasus Airlines and Air France canceling six flights and delaying more than 180 between then. SAS scrapped two Stockholm‑Arlanda–Lulea services: SZS1004 (08:35 CET) and SZS5 (10:35 CET). Delays and cancellations were reported across hubs including Istanbul, Helsinki, Prague, Venice and Paris, affecting hundreds of passengers and causing connection issues and rebooking challenges.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 18, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

High winds force ground delay at Denver International Airport

A ground delay was enacted at Denver International Airport on Tuesday due to powerful winds. Inbound flights were held with an average delay of about 2 hours. By 8:40 a.m., 490 flights were delayed and 34 were canceled. The FAA advised that delays would continue through the day. High Wind and Red Flag Warnings were in effect from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., with gusts up to 65 mph and very dry conditions across eastern Colorado.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 18, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

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Spirit Airlines cancellations leave travelers stranded

Spirit Airlines has canceled more than 250 flights since Friday, February 13, citing shortages of flight crews and attendants. Passengers using South Florida airports have borne the worst of the disruptions. Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport saw 89 cancellations over the Presidents Day weekend, with 11 more by Tuesday morning, February 17. Orlando International and Palm Beach International also reported notable effects, and many Palm Beach travelers to Atlantic City and Newark were impacted. Disruptions include both cancellations and delays and remain ongoing as the airline continues to adjust schedules.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 18, 2026

Delays and Cancellations