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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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Riyadh

~ 1,993 Flights affected

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Jeddah

~ 1,993 Flights affected

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Dammam

~ 1,993 Flights affected

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Abu Dhabi

~ 1,993 Flights affected

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Dubai

~ 1,993 Flights affected

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Boston

~ 1,310 Flights affected

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Madrid

~ 837 Flights affected

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Barcelona

~ 836 Flights affected

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Las Vegas

~ 569 Flights affected

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Málaga

~ 426 Flights affected

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Malaga

~ 426 Flights affected

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Athens

~ 422 Flights affected

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Piraeus

~ 422 Flights affected

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Rafina

~ 422 Flights affected

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Lavrio

~ 422 Flights affected

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Ioannina

~ 422 Flights affected

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Santorini

~ 422 Flights affected

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Mykonos

~ 422 Flights affected

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Rhodes

~ 422 Flights affected

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Crete

~ 422 Flights affected

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Naxos

~ 422 Flights affected

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Paros

~ 422 Flights affected

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Seville

~ 422 Flights affected

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Valencia

~ 422 Flights affected

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Alicante

~ 422 Flights affected

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Granada

~ 422 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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Yerevan

~ 4 Flights affected

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Moscow

~ 4 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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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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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

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Cancellations

Calgary snowstorm prompts 23 flight cancellations at Calgary International

A winter storm on 17 February 2026 brought heavy snow and strong winds to Calgary, leading to reduced visibility and difficult conditions at Calgary International Airport. By 9 a.m., 23 flights had been canceled, and travelers were advised to expect delays and monitor airline updates. Airport crews worked to keep runways and taxiways operational amid low visibility. Further cold was forecast for 18 February.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 18, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Cancellations and delays across Stockholm, Paris and Venice as SAS, Pegasus and Air France flights disrupted

Air travel across several European cities faced disruption, with SAS, Pegasus Airlines and Air France canceling six flights and delaying more than 180 between then. SAS scrapped two Stockholm‑Arlanda–Lulea services: SZS1004 (08:35 CET) and SZS5 (10:35 CET). Delays and cancellations were reported across hubs including Istanbul, Helsinki, Prague, Venice and Paris, affecting hundreds of passengers and causing connection issues and rebooking challenges.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 18, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

High winds force ground delay at Denver International Airport

A ground delay was enacted at Denver International Airport on Tuesday due to powerful winds. Inbound flights were held with an average delay of about 2 hours. By 8:40 a.m., 490 flights were delayed and 34 were canceled. The FAA advised that delays would continue through the day. High Wind and Red Flag Warnings were in effect from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., with gusts up to 65 mph and very dry conditions across eastern Colorado.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 18, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Spirit Airlines cancellations leave travelers stranded

Spirit Airlines has canceled more than 250 flights since Friday, February 13, citing shortages of flight crews and attendants. Passengers using South Florida airports have borne the worst of the disruptions. Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport saw 89 cancellations over the Presidents Day weekend, with 11 more by Tuesday morning, February 17. Orlando International and Palm Beach International also reported notable effects, and many Palm Beach travelers to Atlantic City and Newark were impacted. Disruptions include both cancellations and delays and remain ongoing as the airline continues to adjust schedules.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 18, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Orlando International sees 387 flight delays and 30 cancellations this week

Orlando International Airport is experiencing ongoing disruption this week, with up to 387 flights delayed and 30 canceled. Impacted carriers include Spirit, Frontier, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, and American. Reported factors include weather, high air traffic, and staffing constraints. Travelers are rebooking and exploring alternative routes as waits extend.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 17, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Kenya airport workers’ strike disrupts flights for 2 days at Nairobi and Mombasa

A strike by Kenyan airport workers has been disrupting operations at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) causing widespread delays, diversions and cancellations. The strike by the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) has now been resolved, much to the relief of stranded passengers. Operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, one of Africa's busiest travel hubs, are expected to slowly return to normal.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 17, 2026

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Delays

FAA issues ground delay at Las Vegas’ Harry Reid Airport amid wind and rain

Wind and rain moving through the Las Vegas Valley prompted the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to implement a ground delay at Las Vegas' Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) on Monday. The program remained in effect until near midnight, with flight delays of up to roughly two hours. Meteorologists indicated the most intense rainfall through about 9 p.m., adding complexity to airport operations. Passengers traveling should verify flight status, allow extra time at the airport, and prepare for possible extended waits at check-in and security.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 17, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Winter weather and partial shutdown prompt flight delays at San Diego International Airport

San Diego International Airport experienced widespread disruption on Monday as strong winds and steady rain delayed more than 170 flights and caused two cancellations. Flight crews waited for safer conditions, creating knock-on delays. Security lines were also longer, with TSA agents working unpaid during a partial U.S. government shutdown. Officials advised travelers to monitor flight status, arrive earlier than usual, and allow extra time.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattFeb 17, 2026

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