Flight Disruptions

FAA staffing and shutdown: Rolling delay programs likely

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

O'Hare tower and active ramp under clear skies illustrate an FAA ground delay program with EDCT sequencing during the morning travel push.

Athens Airport cuts arrivals to 28 per hour as delays ripple

Monday, September 29, 2025

A lineup of jets waits at a taxiway hold short line at Athens International Airport, illustrating air traffic controller limits and Athens Airport delays.

Italy air transport strike: exact times, minimum services, and airport advisories

Thursday, September 25, 2025

Airport departures board in Italy showing delays during an Italy air transport strike, with travelers navigating minimum-service rules and guaranteed flights.

Costa Rica radar outage triggers spillover delays at SJO, LIR

Thursday, September 25, 2025

Radar dome beside the runway at SJO under clear skies, illustrating Costa Rica radar outage and resulting flight delays affecting connections.

American Airlines tech glitch triggers nationwide delays

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

merican Airlines jet stopped on the runway centerline during a tech glitch delay, bright late-morning sun and clear sky at DFW.

United Airlines ground stop lifted after brief tech issue

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

United Airlines jet at a U.S. gate during operations recovery, illustrating a brief FAA ground stop and airline IT outage response.

Lufthansa pilot strike ballot runs through September 30

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

A Lufthansa wide-body jet taxis on a sunny morning, illustrating the Lufthansa pilot strike ballot and potential October travel disruptions.

European Air Travel Update, Cyberattack and CPH Drones

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

A wide view of Copenhagen Airport's apron and tower as operations resume after a drone disruption, part of today's European air travel update.

UNGA VIP TFRs add routing, runway limits at NYC airports

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

A departing airliner climbs over the New York skyline as UN General Assembly TFRs reshape routings and runway use across the metro area.

Signal No. 8 in Hong Kong as Super Typhoon Ragasa nears

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Aircraft stands glisten in rain as Super Typhoon Ragasa curtails operations at Hong Kong International Airport, with ground vehicles paused and low clouds moving in.

Copenhagen Airport closure after drone sightings

Monday, September 22, 2025

Police vehicles and the CPH control tower frame grounded aircraft during a brief Copenhagen Airport closure driven by drone sightings.

Europe airport cyberattack, Day 3: status and workarounds

Monday, September 22, 2025

Wide view of Heathrow check-in hall with active kiosks and short lines as Europe airport cyberattack recovery improves at major hubs.

Europe Air Travel Outlook After Cyberattack

Sunday, September 21, 2025

Travelers face longer lines as European air travel disruption slows check-in at major hubs after a cyberattack, with kiosks and bag drop offline.

Italy Air Transport Strike, September 26: Timetable and Plan

Sunday, September 14, 2025

Baggage carts on the Milan Malpensa ramp during Italy air transport strike planning, with apron equipment staged for limited operations.

Dublin Airport delays as winds trigger arrival regulation

Sunday, August 31, 2025

Strong crosswinds at Dublin Airport reduce arrival rates and cause Dublin Airport delays during a busy afternoon arrival bank.

DFW flight delays as storms linger into Labor Day

Saturday, August 30, 2025

Ramp and terminal view at Dallas Fort Worth during stormy Labor Day travel, clouds building as operations slow, illustrating DFW flight delays.

Newark ground stop after radio outage delays arrivals

Friday, August 29, 2025

Newark control tower and inbound jets during recovery from a radio frequency outage, illustrating the Newark ground stop and resulting EWR delays.

Serbia Air Traffic Control strike rattles Europe overflights

Sunday, August 24, 2025

A control room view of Belgrade ACC radar displays and Serbia airspace map during the Serbia ATC strike affecting Europe overflights.

Tropical Storm Fernand to Stir Bermuda, East Coast Surf

Sunday, August 24, 2025

Powerful Atlantic swells from Tropical Storm Fernand crash along Bermuda's South Shore, highlighting elevated rip-current risk for beachgoers.

FAA Closes North Atlantic Route L453 for Storms

Friday, August 22, 2025

FAA closes North Atlantic Route L453 as storms build over the western Atlantic, prompting oceanic reroutes and longer flight times for Caribbean service.

Bermuda airline waivers as Hurricane Erin passes

Thursday, August 21, 2025

Airline tails on the ramp at L.F. Wade International Airport as Hurricane Erin prompts Bermuda airline waivers and flexible rebooking options.

Milan Malpensa Airport fire prompts brief evacuation

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Passengers return to a cleaned Terminal 1 check-in hall after the Milan Malpensa Airport fire, with firefighters' gear staged near counters and screens under repair.

Ground Delay Program: Evening Hotspots and Ground Stops

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Large radar wall at the FAA Command Center displaying storm cells that can trigger a ground delay program, viewed from consoles on the operations floor.

Reagan National fire alarm halts flights in D.C.

Monday, August 18, 2025

A wide ramp view at Reagan National shows aircraft holding while the control tower stands in clear sun after a Reagan National fire alarm.

Gatwick baggage screeners strike, August update

Monday, August 18, 2025

Baggage conveyors and check-in hall at London Gatwick, illustrating operations during the Gatwick baggage screeners strike ballot update.

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