The FAA imposed a ground stop at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) due to thunderstorms, beginning by 9:40 a.m. local time on August 27, 2026. This ground stop is expected to last through at least 10:00 a.m., affecting flight operations at the New Jersey airport.
Delays and Cancellations at LaGuardia and JFK Airports
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) faces severe disruption with 42 cancellations, representing 7% of total flights, and 101 delays, accounting for 18% of all flights as of 9:40 a.m. Average inbound delays exceed 90 minutes. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) reported 19 cancellations and 48 delays without a ground stop during the same timeframe.
National Impact and Airline Responses
FlightAware data
as of 9:45 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time shows 1,522 total delays and 172 cancellations linked to the storm system across U.S. airspace. The thunderstorms caused widespread disruptions, making LaGuardia one of the most affected hubs globally this morning.
Several major airlines serving New York have issued flexible travel waivers for August 27, 2026, allowing passengers to change or rebook flights without fees or fare differences.
Overall Impact
Travelers at Newark, LaGuardia, and JFK airports are experiencing significant delays and cancellations due to severe summer thunderstorms. LaGuardia ranks among the most affected global hubs for flight disruptions on this day.
