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Disruptions Weekly Overview

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Boston

~ 15,497 Flights affected

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Chicago

~ 9,697 Flights affected

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Dallas

~ 7,897 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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Philadelphia

~ 7,600 Flights affected

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Newark

~ 7,600 Flights affected

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New York

~ 7,600 Flights affected

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Washington

~ 7,000 Flights affected

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Frankfurt

~ 1,661 Flights affected

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Paris

~ 1,661 Flights affected

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Riyadh

~ 1,625 Flights affected

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Dubai

~ 1,625 Flights affected

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Doha

~ 1,625 Flights affected

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Charleroi

~ 910 Flights affected

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Denver

~ 650 Flights affected

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Lisbon

~ 500 Flights affected

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Porto

~ 500 Flights affected

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Faro

~ 500 Flights affected

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Tokyo

~ 275 Flights affected

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Chiba

~ 275 Flights affected

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Phoenix

~ 270 Flights affected

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Edinburgh

~ 140 Flights affected

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Glasgow

~ 140 Flights affected

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Newcastle

~ 140 Flights affected

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Patna

~ 2 Flights affected

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Delhi

~ 2 Flights affected

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New Delhi

~ 2 Flights affected

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Delays and Cancellations

Winter storm prompts flight cuts at Paris Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports

A winter storm on 15 February 2026 led France’s Civil Aviation Authority to cut flights at Paris’s Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports. About one‑third of Charles de Gaulle services between 07:00–16:00 and one‑fifth at Orly between 06:00–14:00 were canceled. Short‑ and medium‑haul routes were most affected as extended de‑icing added 20–40 minutes to turnarounds. An orange alert was issued for Île‑de‑France, and early cancellations hit links with Nice, Toulouse, and Lyon. Rerouting or refunds apply under EC 261/2004, though compensation is not guaranteed due to extraordinary weather circumstances.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt16 Feb 2026

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Diversion

Delta DL90 Orlando–Amsterdam diverted to Dublin for medical emergency

Delta Flight DL90 from Orlando International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport was diverted to Dublin on February 13 due to a medical emergency. After several hours of delays, the flight continued to Amsterdam.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt16 Feb 2026

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Delta cancels over 100 flights across the weekend

Delta Air Lines faced notable operational challenges over the same weekend, canceling 67 flights on Saturday and 35 on Sunday. The combined total surpassed 100 cancellations across the network. Travelers were also advised by officials to allow additional time at airports as a partial government shutdown could lead to longer security lines, though those concerns are separate from Delta’s operational issues.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt16 Feb 2026

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American Airlines hit by heavy rain: widespread delays and cancellations, Dallas–Fort Worth most impacted

American Airlines experienced broad operational disruption on Saturday due to heavy rain. The carrier reported 882 delays and 109 cancellations across its network. Dallas–Fort Worth International Airport was hardest hit, with 458 departure delays and 107 cancellations, plus 379 arrival delays and 106 cancellations. Officials also warned of potential longer security lines during a partial government shutdown and advised travelers to arrive early, though those concerns are separate from the weather-related issues.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt16 Feb 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Germany: 50 flight cancellations and over 670 delays across seven airports

Germany experienced widespread schedule issues on 16 February 2026, with 52 cancellations and 677 delays reported across seven airports. Munich saw 259 delays and nine cancellations; Frankfurt had 12 cancellations and 149 delays. Berlin Brandenburg recorded 103 delays and six cancellations. Further disruptions were noted in Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Stuttgart and Nuremberg. Affected airlines included Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Eurowings, KLM, HOP!, German Airways, Discover, easyJet, Condor, Air France and British Airways. Passengers were advised to monitor airline apps, arrive early and keep documentation for potential claims.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt16 Feb 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Winter storm fallout triggers over 4,000 U.S. flight cancellations

A winter storm’s aftermath disrupted U.S. air travel on Monday, with over 4,000 cancellations reported. American Airlines recorded over 800 cancellations, followed by Republic (over 500), and JetBlue (390). Dallas–Fort Worth International had the highest total cancellations at over 600, Boston Logan recorded 500 with almost 300 outbound cancellations, and New York–JFK saw 470. Officials indicated operations could normalize by midweek as weather improves, particularly in the Northeast.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt16 Feb 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Storm Nils disrupts European flights with 153 cancellations and 2,201 delays

Storm Nils has triggered widespread flight disruption across Europe, with 153 cancellations and 2,201 delays reported across Spain, Portugal, France, the UK, and Turkey. Barcelona Airport saw 64 cancellations and 360 delays, while Paris Charles de Gaulle reported 6 cancellations and 182 delays. Istanbul Airport recorded 3 cancellations and 165 delays, and Sabiha Gökçen had 2 cancellations and 146 delays. Affected airlines include Vueling, Air France, British Airways, Finnair, Iberia, and easyJet. Travelers are advised to monitor flight updates closely, particularly for France, Spain, and Portugal.

Matteo Floris13 Feb 2026

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Lufthansa strike cancels nearly 800 flights in Germany

Lufthansa pilots and cabin crew staged a 24-hour strike on 12 February 2026, prompting the cancellation of nearly 800 flights and disrupting travel for around 100,000 passengers. The heaviest impact was at Frankfurt and Munich, with about 450 of 1,117 scheduled flights canceled at Frankfurt alone. Some regional airports were also affected, including Düsseldorf and Münster/Osnabrück. Lufthansa rebooked customers, offered rail alternatives on domestic routes, and stated that compensation applies under EU rules. The airline aimed to return to a near-normal schedule by 13 February.

Matteo Floris13 Feb 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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El Paso airspace closure triggers cancellations and long delays before FAA lifts order

A temporary FAA flight restriction around El Paso led to at least 14 cancellations, significant delays, and cargo diversions before being lifted within 11 hours. Airlines impacted included Southwest, American, Delta, and United. Medevac flights and shipments were diverted, with some cargo rerouted to Las Cruces, New Mexico. Officials later said flights could resume immediately. Federal explanations referenced a potential drone incursion, while other reports pointed to a coordination issue related to a planned laser test near Fort Bliss.

Matteo Floris13 Feb 2026

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Delays

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2022 rocket reentry led to Spain and parts of France closing airspace, causing delays

An uncontrolled rocket reentry in 2022 prompted precautionary airspace closures over Spain and some French sectors, delaying hundreds of flights. Authorities acted to protect aircraft until debris passed. No airlines, airports, or exact dates were specified, and the debris ultimately fell far from the closed areas. This was a confirmed, past disruption caused by space debris, leading to delays rather than cancellations. Further operational details, including specific flight counts and passenger numbers, were not disclosed.

Matteo Floris13 Feb 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Europe sees 1,362 flight delays and 56 cancellations across major hubs

A widespread disruption across Europe led to 1,362 delayed and 56 canceled flights affecting key hubs including Madrid, Amsterdam, Paris CDG and Orly, Frankfurt, Copenhagen, London Heathrow, Barcelona, Zurich, and Rome Fiumicino. Airlines most impacted included Iberia, Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, British Airways, SAS, Vueling, and ITA Airways, with additional disruption at carriers such as Ryanair and easyJet. Madrid and Amsterdam recorded the highest combined impact. Passengers were advised to check airline apps, monitor airport updates, and retain documents for possible claims.

Matteo Floris13 Feb 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Paris CDG and Orly report 15 cancellations and 100+ delays across multiple airlines

Flights at Paris’s Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports are disrupted, with 15 cancellations and over 100 delays. Air France, RwandAir, Iberia, and HOP! are affected. At CDG, Air France reports 8 cancellations and 104 delays; RwandAir, Iberia, and HOP! add further cancellations and delays. At Orly, Air France reports more disruptions. Travelers are advised to monitor airline communications, use apps for rebooking, contact customer service, understand rebooking or refund options, and consider other transport.

Matteo Floris13 Feb 2026

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Cancellations

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More than 148 flights canceled across Spanish airports including Barcelona and Madrid

Spanish airports reported widespread cancellations on 12 February 2026, with more than 148 flights scrubbed across Barcelona, Madrid, Palma de Mallorca, Alicante, Bilbao, and Ibiza. Barcelona saw extensive disruption to both departures and arrivals. Madrid–Barajas also experienced numerous cancellations across domestic and international routes. Additional cancellations were recorded in Palma, Alicante, Bilbao, and Ibiza. Thousands of passengers were left stranded.

Matteo Floris13 Feb 2026

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Cancellations

US flight cancellations ease as operations recover after winter storm

Air travel in the United States is stabilizing after a winter storm, with about 1,300 cancellations reported as of 6:20 a.m. ET on Tuesday. Dallas‑Fort Worth logged 276 cancellations and Charlotte Douglas 138. Monday saw 6,250 cancellations by day’s end, following 11,618 on Sunday, described as the highest single-day total since March 2020. The Department of Transportation expects schedules to normalize by Wednesday. American, United, and Delta introduced fee waivers, while American reported over 1,900 cancellations on Sunday amid disruptions at multiple hubs.

Matteo Floris11 Feb 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Pegasus under scrutiny after Feb 8 delays at Antalya and Sabiha Gökçen

Pegasus Airlines experienced a disruption on 8 February with over 100 delays and two cancellations affecting Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen and Antalya. Attention on 11 February is on first-wave on-time performance and aircraft positioning to prevent knock-on delays. Extended ground time, rebooking, and higher crew and fuel costs are highlighted. For UK departures, UK261 may trigger compensation in qualifying cases. Travelers are advised to monitor flight status via airline apps and keep transfer plans flexible.

Matteo Floris11 Feb 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

France ATC strike on 9–10 Feb causes cancellations and delays

France’s three main air traffic controller unions launched a 48‑hour strike on 9–10 February, prompting about 180 flight cancellations and widespread delays. DGAC asked airlines to cut schedules by up to 50% at Paris‑Orly and 30% at Marseille‑Provence. Average delays reached roughly one hour at Orly and up to two hours at Marseille. Domestic and intra‑European services by Air France, British Airways, easyJet and Ryanair saw cancellations, with some passengers rerouted via rail or other hubs. A potential follow‑up strike was signaled for the Easter period.

Matteo Floris11 Feb 2026

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