Winter Storm Brings Chaos to US Air Travel, Cancellations Top 11,000
A powerful winter storm swept across the United States on Sunday, leaving a trail of destruction and disruption in its wake. The severe weather conditions caused widespread flight cancellations, with over 11,000 flights grounded - the highest number since the COVID-19 pandemic.Flight Cancellations Reach Record High
According to FlightAware.com, a leading flight-tracking service, more than 11,000 U.S. flights were canceled on Sunday. This is the highest number of cancellations in a single day since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The cancellations were almost triple the number of flights that were grounded on Saturday.
Airlines Issue Travel Waivers
Major U.S. airlines, including American, United, and Delta, issued travel waivers to allow customers to change their plans without penalty due to the storm. This move is expected to provide some relief to passengers who were affected by the cancellations.
Airports Struggle to Keep Up with Snow Removal
The winter storm brought heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain to many parts of the country, making it difficult for airports to keep up with snow removal. LaGuardia Airport in New York was closed on Sunday afternoon due to the snow, while Ronald Reagan National Airport in Washington D.C. canceled all flights.
Passengers Advised to Check Flight Status
As the storm continues to impact air travel, passengers are advised to check their flight status with their airline before heading to the airport. Airlines are expected to operate a reduced number of flights on Monday, and some airports may still be affected by the snow.
The winter storm has brought significant disruption to US air travel, with over 11,000 flights canceled on Sunday. As the situation continues to unfold, passengers are advised to stay informed and check their flight status before heading to the airport. Airlines are working to minimize the impact of the cancellations, but it may take some time for normal operations to resume.
