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Disruptions Weekly Overview

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Dublin

~ 4,236 Flights affected

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London

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Paris

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Frankfurt

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Milan

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Düsseldorf

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Berlin

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Manchester

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Hamburg

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Dusseldorf

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Boston

~ 1,310 Flights affected

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Madrid

~ 415 Flights affected

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Barcelona

~ 414 Flights affected

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Figueres

~ 414 Flights affected

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Fort Lauderdale

~ 250 Flights affected

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Jacksonville

~ 250 Flights affected

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Key West

~ 250 Flights affected

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Miami

~ 250 Flights affected

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Orlando

~ 250 Flights affected

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Sanford

~ 250 Flights affected

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Pensacola

~ 250 Flights affected

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West Palm Beach

~ 250 Flights affected

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Sarasota

~ 250 Flights affected

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Fort Myers

~ 250 Flights affected

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Tampa

~ 250 Flights affected

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Sarasota/Bradenton

~ 250 Flights affected

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Brussels

~ 140 Flights affected

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Santiago De Compostela

~ 8 Flights affected

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Tenerife

~ 4 Flights affected

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Gran Canaria

~ 4 Flights affected

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La Palma

~ 4 Flights affected

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Málaga

~ 4 Flights affected

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Lanzarote

~ 4 Flights affected

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El Hierro

~ 4 Flights affected

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Santa Cruz De Tenerife

~ 4 Flights affected

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Las Palmas

~ 4 Flights affected

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Granadilla De Abone

~ 4 Flights affected

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Santa Cruz De La Palma

~ 4 Flights affected

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Malaga

~ 4 Flights affected

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Valverde

~ 4 Flights affected

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New York

~ 1 Flights affected

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Dallas

~ 1 Flights affected

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Newark

~ 1 Flights affected

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Delays and Cancellations

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China weather causes 41 flight cancellations and 1,181 delays on 27 Feb

Fast-moving weather systems on 27 February caused widespread disruption across China: 41 cancellations and 1,181 delayed or rerouted flights. The impact was felt at major hubs including Beijing, Shanghai, and Chengdu Shuangliu, and across Xinjiang. Airlines most affected include Air China, China Express, Chengdu Airlines, and Sichuan Airlines. Knock-on effects led to missed connections and overnight stays, particularly on routes touching Beijing Capital and Shanghai Pudong. Carriers advise arriving early, monitoring updates, and considering earlier departures. Authorities suggest keeping boarding passes and receipts for potential support.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 27, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

Belgium 12 March strike expected to halt most Brussels Airport departures

A 24-hour national strike in Belgium on Thursday, 12 March 2026 is set to disrupt aviation and public transport. Brussels Airport expects little to no departures, while some arrivals may operate with delays to baggage, immigration and ground handling. Several airlines, including Air Canada, have introduced flexible rebooking options. Limited rail services and reduced metro frequency are anticipated. Passengers should consider rebooking or rerouting and keep documentation for any claims. Under EU rules, care and rerouting/refunds apply, while monetary compensation may be limited.

Carmina DavisFeb 26, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

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Shutdown triggers U.S. flight delays and cancellations; travelers turn to rail

A government shutdown disrupted U.S. air travel with widespread delays and cancellations. Operations were reduced at 40 major airports, including hubs in Atlanta, Newark, Denver, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles. Officials warned cancellations could rise from around 4% to up to 20% if the shutdown continued. Airlines offered change-fee waivers and refunds, though secondary costs were not guaranteed. Some travelers opted for rail alternatives during the disruption.

Carmina DavisFeb 26, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Heathrow: 228 delays and 48 cancellations disrupt travel on 24 February 2026

Passengers departing London Heathrow on 24 February 2026 faced widespread disruption: 228 flight delays and 48 cancellations across 15 airlines. British Airways saw the largest impact, while American, United, Virgin Atlantic, Delta, JetBlue, Iberia, Air Canada, SAS, Air France, Brussels Airlines, and Finnair also reported issues. Operational challenges such as staffing shortages, crew scheduling conflicts, earlier air-traffic control knock-ons, and Heathrow’s tight capacity were cited. Some wide-body flights were delayed by up to eight hours. EC261 compensation may apply; travelers were advised to retain receipts for claims.

Carmina DavisFeb 25, 2026

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

Delays

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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

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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

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

Delays and Cancellations

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