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3 United flights from SFO suffer diversions, cancellation in 48 hours

United Airlines experiences significant disruptions on its San Francisco to Rome route this week due to mechanical and medical emergencies, causing diversions and cancellations.

Which Nordic country is the worst for flight disruptions?

Iceland had the highest flight disruption rate in the Nordics in 2024 at 3.36%.
Norway led in total disrupted flights among Nordic countries with 9,454 affected flights.

Disruption at Gatwick continues for fourth day

Gatwick Airport faces ongoing disruptions from fog, leading to flight cancellations and delays.

3 United flights from SFO suffer diversions, cancellation in 48 hours

United Airlines experiences significant disruptions on its San Francisco to Rome route this week due to mechanical and medical emergencies, causing diversions and cancellations.

Which Nordic country is the worst for flight disruptions?

Iceland had the highest flight disruption rate in the Nordics in 2024 at 3.36%.
Norway led in total disrupted flights among Nordic countries with 9,454 affected flights.

Disruption at Gatwick continues for fourth day

Gatwick Airport faces ongoing disruptions from fog, leading to flight cancellations and delays.
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The Transportation Department sues Southwest Airlines for alleged oft-delayed flights

The DOT is suing Southwest Airlines over allegations of chronic flight delays, seeking maximum penalties.

Southwest Airlines will stop flying to these 4 airports and reduce service to others as Boeing troubles bite

Boeing's production slowdown affects major airlines like Southwest, leading to flight cutbacks and capacity reductions.

The Transportation Department sues Southwest Airlines for alleged oft-delayed flights

The DOT is suing Southwest Airlines over allegations of chronic flight delays, seeking maximum penalties.

Southwest Airlines will stop flying to these 4 airports and reduce service to others as Boeing troubles bite

Boeing's production slowdown affects major airlines like Southwest, leading to flight cutbacks and capacity reductions.
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Winter Storm Cora Moves to Southeast, Canceling Hundreds of Flights at Atlanta, Charlotte, and More

Winter Storm Cora has led to massive flight disruptions and dangerous winter weather across the Southeastern U.S.
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South Florida airports are far from the snow - but feeling the impact of a winter storm

Winter storm in the Midwest and mid-Atlantic is causing flight cancellations and disruptions at Miami and Fort Lauderdale airports.

Munich, Frankfurt flights canceled amid winter weather DW 01/05/2025

Severe winter weather is disrupting flight operations across major German airports, causing cancellations and delays.

South Florida airports are far from the snow - but feeling the impact of a winter storm

Winter storm in the Midwest and mid-Atlantic is causing flight cancellations and disruptions at Miami and Fort Lauderdale airports.

Munich, Frankfurt flights canceled amid winter weather DW 01/05/2025

Severe winter weather is disrupting flight operations across major German airports, causing cancellations and delays.
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Germany braces for extreme weather and disruptions DW 01/05/2025

Germany is facing severe winter weather, leading to potential travel disruptions and dangerous road conditions.
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Why is Michael O'Leary telling Nats to replace its chief with 'someone competent?'

O'Leary demands accountability from Nats after multiple flight disruptions at Gatwick, suggesting leadership change is necessary for better air traffic control.

Thousands of passengers disrupted as fog hits Gatwick flights for fourth day

Fog at Gatwick Airport has disrupted flights for four days, causing cancellations and delays for thousands of passengers.

Why is Michael O'Leary telling Nats to replace its chief with 'someone competent?'

O'Leary demands accountability from Nats after multiple flight disruptions at Gatwick, suggesting leadership change is necessary for better air traffic control.

Thousands of passengers disrupted as fog hits Gatwick flights for fourth day

Fog at Gatwick Airport has disrupted flights for four days, causing cancellations and delays for thousands of passengers.
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What happened with American Airlines today? Update after AA flights grounded nationwide

American Airlines experienced widespread flight disruptions due to a vendor technology issue on Christmas Eve, impacting travelers during peak holiday travel.

Alaska Airlines flights grounded in a 'significant disruption' on Cyber Monday

Alaska Airlines faced significant operational disruptions due to a technology issue, grounding flights and impacting their booking system.

What happened with American Airlines today? Update after AA flights grounded nationwide

American Airlines experienced widespread flight disruptions due to a vendor technology issue on Christmas Eve, impacting travelers during peak holiday travel.

Alaska Airlines flights grounded in a 'significant disruption' on Cyber Monday

Alaska Airlines faced significant operational disruptions due to a technology issue, grounding flights and impacting their booking system.
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Moment Aer Lingus plane crash-lands at Belfast Airport caught on camera as Christmas travel chaos ensues

No passengers were on board the Aer Lingus flight that experienced a nose gear collapse while landing, leading to runway closures and flight cancellations.

LaGuardia passengers evacuated from terminals as 'flights may be disrupted' due to 'police activity'

Police activity at LaGuardia Airport's Terminal B led to evacuations and potential flight disruptions for travelers on Saturday morning.
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Automatic Refunds for Significant Flight Disruptions: New Airline Rule Goes Into Effect

Airlines must now provide automatic refunds for significant flight disruptions within specified timeframes, enhancing passenger compensation standards.

How will Italy's airport strikes affect travel on Friday?

Air traffic control staff in Italy plan a strike on October 11, affecting several airports and potentially causing flight disruptions.

Automatic Refunds for Significant Flight Disruptions: New Airline Rule Goes Into Effect

Airlines must now provide automatic refunds for significant flight disruptions within specified timeframes, enhancing passenger compensation standards.

How will Italy's airport strikes affect travel on Friday?

Air traffic control staff in Italy plan a strike on October 11, affecting several airports and potentially causing flight disruptions.
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U.S. Bomb From World War II Explodes at Japanese Airport, Over 80 Flights Canceled

Unexploded World War II bomb detonated at Miyazaki Airport, impacting flight operations but causing no injuries.

Typhoon Jongdari Nears South Korea, Bringing Threat of Flooding

Tropical Storm Jongdari threatens South Korea with heavy rain and strong winds, prompting evacuation orders and flight delays.
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What caused the Windows outages affecting flights, companies around the world

Thousands of flights canceled or delayed due to Windows-CrowdStrike issue.

Microsoft blames Delta Airlines for failing to recover quickly after global outage - here's why

Microsoft blamed Delta Air Lines for cyber outage

Microsoft cloud outage causes airlines to ground flights

Microsoft's cloud service outage impacted flights for low-cost carriers like Frontier, Allegiant, and SunCountry.

What caused the Windows outages affecting flights, companies around the world

Thousands of flights canceled or delayed due to Windows-CrowdStrike issue.

Microsoft blames Delta Airlines for failing to recover quickly after global outage - here's why

Microsoft blamed Delta Air Lines for cyber outage

Microsoft cloud outage causes airlines to ground flights

Microsoft's cloud service outage impacted flights for low-cost carriers like Frontier, Allegiant, and SunCountry.
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#airlines

Airlines and Passengers Still Struggling, a Day After Global Outage

Airlines are facing challenges in returning to normal operations after a tech outage disrupted thousands of flights worldwide.

Flights delayed, cancelled, and passengers stranded at Logan Airport due to severe weather

Airlines have been accommodating itinerary changes due to weather disruptions like Hurricane Debby at Logan Airport.

Airlines and Passengers Still Struggling, a Day After Global Outage

Airlines are facing challenges in returning to normal operations after a tech outage disrupted thousands of flights worldwide.

Flights delayed, cancelled, and passengers stranded at Logan Airport due to severe weather

Airlines have been accommodating itinerary changes due to weather disruptions like Hurricane Debby at Logan Airport.
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Russia leaves thousands of planes without GPS in northern Europe

GPS interference around Baltic Sea and northern Norway disrupting flights and maritime navigation.
Accusations of intentional jamming by Russia with electronic warfare systems.
Significant disruptions affecting tens of thousands of flights and maritime traffic.

Flights delayed up to 2 hours at Sacramento airport after Internet wires 'intentionally' cut

Airport delays due to deliberate cutting of internet cables outside airport property led to flight disruptions.

Status Update On NYC Trains, Buses & Flights Following Worldwide IT Outage

Massive IT outage from Microsoft disrupts global operations, impacting flights, trains, and businesses worldwide.

Frontier Airlines Briefly Grounds All Flights Amid Microsoft Outage

Frontier Airlines grounded flights due to Microsoft outage affecting multiple airlines
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