More than 1,000 flights in the United States were canceled as severe weather hit various regions across the country.
Airports in Chicago, New York (La Guardia), and Washington, D.C. (Ronald Reagan National) experienced the most delays, with Chicago O’Hare leading the way with 109 flight cancellations.
More than a thousand domestic and international flights in the U.S. were canceled on Tuesday as extreme weather pummeled the country from coast to coast:
More than a thousand domestic and international flights in the U.S. were canceled on Tuesday as extreme weather pummeled the country from coast to coast. https://t.co/MD2X39XVRq
— The New York Times (@nytimes) January 10, 2024
FAA Steps in Amid Weather Challenges
Due to hazardous snow and ice conditions, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) temporarily halted operations at many major airports.
Passengers faced major delays, with JFK Airport reporting three-hour delays on average and La Guardia experiencing two-hour delays.
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Passenger Struggles and Airport Impact
Travelers, such as the Dicklin family from Iowa, faced unexpected setbacks, resulting in altered travel plans.
Des Moines’ runway closures, caused by weather conditions, shortened their ski trip to the Swiss Alps.
These disruptions affected many passengers, leaving them with unexpected changes and shorter vacations.
The mass flight cancellations, combined with the grounding of Boeing 737 Max 9 planes for checks, hint at potential ongoing travel problems for travelers across the nation.