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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

Chicago snowstorm triggers 600+ O’Hare cancellations and widespread delays

A winter storm disrupted air travel in Chicago on Saturday morning. By 9:45 a.m., O’Hare recorded 627 cancellations and 331 delays with an average delay of about 37 minutes. The FAA implemented a ground delay at O’Hare of roughly five hours after lifting a short ground stop. Midway reported 76 cancellations by 9:50 a.m., with most delays under 15 minutes. Weather authorities warned of heavy snow and strong winds, and city crews deployed over 220 salt spreaders. A winter storm warning remained in effect through early Sunday.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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France reports 433 flight delays and 33 cancellations on 7 Feb 2026

France recorded widespread flight disruption on 7 February 2026: 433 delays and 33 cancellations across six airports. Paris Charles de Gaulle saw 219 delays and 18 cancellations; Orly had 101 delays and 7 cancellations. Air France, easyJet, SAS, Transavia France, Vueling, and others were affected. Causes cited included persistent fog, crew rostering gaps, and residual effects from a recent European air traffic management system glitch. Travelers were advised to monitor airline apps, verify flight status, allow extra time, keep records for possible claims, and rebook early if needed.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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Italy logs nearly 400 flight delays and cancellations across Rome, Milan and Catania

Italy experienced widespread air travel disruption on 7 February, with 383 delays and 13 cancellations across Rome Fiumicino, Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate, Bergamo Orio al Serio and Catania Fontanarossa. Ryanair saw 114 delays and seven cancellations, with ITA Airways, Wizz Air Malta and easyJet also affected. Ground-handling unions cited post-pandemic staffing gaps, slot congestion tied to Carnival travel and heavy rain along the Tyrrhenian coast. Average departure delays between 07:00 and 13:00 exceeded 55 minutes, and airlines began loading precautionary cancellations to reset crew rosters.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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Charlotte Douglas flights stabilizing after heavy snow disruption

Flight operations at Charlotte Douglas International Airport are recovering after a winter storm dropped roughly 11 inches of snow on Saturday, January 31. The airport saw 939 cancellations and 149 delays on Saturday, followed by more than 800 cancellations on Sunday. A 300-person team cleared runways and taxiways, with all runways back open by Sunday afternoon. By Monday afternoon, disruptions had eased to 99 cancellations and 329 delays, and American Airlines said over 96% of about 580 scheduled Charlotte flights were set to operate.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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Cancellations

American Airlines sees record cancellations amid Winter Storm Fern; projects up to $200M hit

Winter Storm Fern caused large-scale disruptions for American Airlines across its network, with more than 9,000 flights canceled nationwide by Tuesday and a further 488 cancellations reported by Wednesday night. Operations were particularly affected at the airline’s Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) hub. American introduced temporary incentive pay to staff unassigned trips and worked through crew logistics issues to recover its schedule. The airline estimates a $150–$200 million revenue impact from the storm and reduced first‑quarter capacity by about 1.5 percentage points.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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Winds trigger Newark Airport delays and cancellations

Flight operations at Newark Liberty International Airport were disrupted on Saturday, February 7 due to strong winds and extreme cold. A wind advisory lasted until midnight with gusts up to 55 mph. By 10 a.m., Newark ranked second in the U.S. for disruptions, with 33 flights delayed or canceled in the morning. By midday, Newark was 10th, with average delays around 25 minutes. FlightAware reported 87 delays and eight cancellations by that time. Conditions were expected to improve by Sunday, though strong winds and subzero wind chills would continue.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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FAA lifts LAX–Oakland ground stop after staffing shortage

A staffing shortage at an Oakland air traffic control facility triggered a short FAA ground stop on flights from Oakland to Los Angeles International Airport on Sunday morning. The restriction began around 8:30–8:45 a.m. PT and was lifted by 10:30 a.m. PT. Average delays were about 49 minutes, with some up to 87 minutes. Only the Oakland–LAX corridor was affected. Knock-on delays continued as airlines and crews repositioned. Some carriers waived same-day change fees. Passengers were advised to monitor airline alerts and the FAA status page.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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Europe flight disruption: 278 cancellations and 900+ delays across airlines

Air travel across Europe is currently disrupted, with 278 flight cancellations and more than 900 delays reported. Impacts span major hubs including Berlin, Helsinki–Vantaa, Madrid–Barajas, Heathrow, Zurich, and Paris Charles de Gaulle. Airlines affected include easyJet, KLM, BA CityFlyer, Air France, Swiss, British Airways, SAS, Vueling, Finnair, and Lufthansa. Notable details include 37 easyJet cancellations in Berlin, 13 cancellations and 100 delays at Helsinki–Vantaa, and 15 cancellations with 87 delays in Madrid. Travelers are advised to monitor airline updates as the situation evolves.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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Europe flight disruption on Feb 5: 2,219 delays and 39 cancellations; Ryanair and Aer Lingus affected

On 5 February, Europe-wide flight operations were hit by winter weather and staffing shortages, resulting in 2,219 delayed departures and 39 cancellations. Ryanair and Aer Lingus were among the most affected carriers. Disruptions were concentrated around major hubs including Amsterdam Schiphol, Paris–Charles de Gaulle, and Frankfurt, with limited outright cancellations at Dublin. Average departure delays on transiting aircraft exceeded 50 minutes, and Ryanair warned knock-on effects could last up to 48 hours. Weather was expected to improve by the weekend, aiding recovery.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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Flight cancellations and delays in Paris and Saint Barthélemy

Flights in France and Saint Barthélemy are currently disrupted, with 13 cancellations and over 100 delays. At Paris Charles de Gaulle, Air France reports three cancellations and about 104 delays; SAS has one cancellation and three delays, and SAS Ireland canceled its only scheduled flight. At Gustaf III Airport in Gustavia, Winair canceled eight flights and recorded 19 delays. Airlines and airport teams are working to stabilize operations.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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U.S. winter storm halts air travel as 10,000+ flights are canceled

A major winter storm caused widespread U.S. air travel disruption, with more than 10,000 flights canceled in a single day. LaGuardia, JFK, Philadelphia, and Reagan National reported exceptionally high cancellation rates. Airlines most affected included American, Delta, Southwest, United, and JetBlue. Recovery was expected to take days due to network-wide aircraft and crew repositioning and slow turnarounds from de-icing. Passengers were advised to rebook through their airline and were reminded they are entitled to refunds for canceled flights, including unused ancillary fees.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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Greece flight disruption: 169 delays and 10 cancellations across Athens, Thessaloniki, Santorini and Rhodes

Flights across Greece on 7 February 2026 were disrupted with 169 delays and 10 cancellations. Athens International Airport was the most affected, while Thessaloniki had delays only. Santorini and Rhodes also reported smaller impacts. Aegean Airlines, Sky Express, Olympic Air, Wizz Air Malta, Ryanair, easyJet and others were among the carriers affected. Travelers were advised to check real-time status, allow extra time at airports and keep receipts and documentation for potential refunds or rebooking.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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Dublin Airport records 211 delays and 3 cancellations; Ryanair most affected

Dublin International Airport experienced widespread disruption on 7 February 2026, with 211 delayed flights and three cancellations. Ryanair saw the largest impact, followed by Emerald Airlines, Aer Lingus and Buzz. Additional carriers, including British Airways, Air France, KLM, SAS, United Airlines and Air Canada, faced isolated delays. Most issues were linked to UK and European routes via airports such as Manchester, Edinburgh, London Heathrow and Amsterdam Schiphol. All cancellations were associated with Berlin Brandenburg Airport. Travellers were advised to monitor airline apps and airport displays and allow extra time for connections.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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Amsterdam Schiphol reports 16 cancellations and 217 delays on 7 February 2026

Amsterdam Schiphol experienced operational disruption on 7 February 2026 with 16 flight cancellations and 217 delayed departures. KLM was most affected, reporting 12 cancellations and 103 delays. Other carriers with delays included Transavia, SAS, German Airways, easyJet, British Airways, Air France, Ryanair, Delta, Vueling, and Air Arabia Maroc. Eight delays were linked to U.S. routes. Passengers were advised to monitor airline updates, arrive early, consider rebooking options, and keep travel documentation organized.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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Black ice disrupts Berlin BER: cancellations and delays persist

Berlin Brandenburg Airport faced major disruption after snow and freezing rain created black ice on Feb 5, halting takeoffs and landings. Although operations resumed, delays and cancellations continued into Feb 6. By 11:20 a.m. EST that day, 177 flights were canceled and 70 delayed. Authorities warned of hazardous black ice across northern and eastern Germany, and ground transport was also affected. Passengers were advised to verify flight status before heading to the airport. Weather-related disruptions fall under care obligations but not compensation.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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IndiGo’s December 2025 disruptions stranded 1.62 million passengers

IndiGo experienced major operational disruption in December 2025, linked to new pilot duty rules and staffing and rostering issues. According to figures cited, about 1.62 million passengers were stranded nationwide, with 2,507 cancellations and 1,852 delays reported between 3–5 December alone. Major hubs including Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Chennai and Hyderabad saw significant disruption. Regulators imposed financial penalties and required corrective measures. IndiGo processed refunds and rebookings during the month and acknowledged service failures while indicating operations would stabilize mid-December.

Matteo Floris9 Feb 2026

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