All articles tagged with #flight delays
Originally Published 6 days ago — by AFAR
Air travel in the Caribbean is gradually recovering after FAA restrictions caused by a U.S. military operation in Venezuela, but significant delays, cancellations, and logistical challenges remain, affecting travelers, airlines, and cruise operations in the region.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by NBC Los Angeles
LAX experienced a ground delay due to staffing issues, resulting in 565 delays and 38 cancellations, with operations limited to 48 flights per hour by the FAA.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
A ground delay at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) caused by staffing issues is affecting flights, with delays averaging 98 minutes, and is expected to last until midnight.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by CBS News
An unattended bag at BWI Airport caused a security scare and temporary shutdowns, but no threat was found, and operations resumed. The day was also marked by significant flight delays and cancellations due to weather, frustrating travelers.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Chicago Sun-Times
Saturday marked the snowiest November day in Chicago's history with nearly 9 inches of snow, causing widespread travel disruptions, including numerous flight cancellations and traffic accidents, and leading to hazardous road conditions that are expected to persist with additional snow and freezing temperatures.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by CBS News
During the busy Thanksgiving weekend, U.S. travelers experienced thousands of flight delays and cancellations due to winter storms and airline software update issues, particularly affecting major airports in Chicago, New York City, Boston, and Midwest regions.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Axios
Flight delays at major U.S. airports are expected to continue for several days after the government shutdown ends due to staffing shortages, reduced flight schedules, and ongoing recovery efforts by airlines and air traffic controllers.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Verge
The ongoing government shutdown has severely impacted air travel, causing staffing shortages among air traffic controllers, leading to widespread flight delays and cancellations. Even with the shutdown ending, the recovery of normal air travel operations is expected to take days or weeks due to the accumulated disruptions and staffing issues, especially during the busy holiday season.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Reuters
Flight cancellations in the US have decreased significantly as air traffic control staffing issues improve just before a key vote to end the government shutdown, with delays and cancellations dropping sharply and airline operations expected to normalize soon.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Politico
Flight restrictions caused by staffing shortages during the government shutdown are expected to ease once air traffic controllers return to work, but airlines warn that full recovery of flight schedules may take time, and the industry is urging Congress to pass funding bills to prevent further disruptions.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Axios
President Trump threatened to dock pay for air traffic controllers who missed work during the government shutdown, amid increasing staffing shortages and flight delays, raising concerns about safety and operational strain in the air traffic control system.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Bloomberg.com
President Donald Trump urged air traffic controllers to return to work during the government shutdown, threatening to dock pay for those who do not comply and offering a potential $10,000 bonus for distinguished service, amid ongoing flight delays and staff shortages.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Forbes
Over 10,000 flights were disrupted in the US on Sunday due to a government shutdown affecting air traffic control staffing, leading to widespread delays and cancellations, especially at major airports like Atlanta, New York, and Chicago, with delays expected to worsen before Thanksgiving.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by WTOP
The FAA is reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 high-volume markets, including all three D.C.-area airports, due to staffing shortages caused by the government shutdown and controllers working without pay, leading to potential widespread flight cancellations and delays.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
The FAA is reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 major markets starting Friday to ensure safety amid staffing shortages caused by the government shutdown, impacting thousands of flights and prompting airlines to adjust schedules and offer refunds.