On Monday, September 28, 2026, Logan International Airport in Boston experienced widespread flight disruptions, with 520 flights delayed or cancelled as of the evening, according to data sourced from FlightAware. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) implemented a ground delay program starting at 7:30 a.m. on September 28 that lasted until 2:59 a.m. on September 29, significantly affecting inbound flight schedules.
Causes of Flight Disruptions
The flight disturbances were attributed to the residual effects of a nor’easter storm that affected southern New England the prior weekend, dropping between 3 and over 7 inches of rain. Additionally, ongoing runway and taxiway construction at Logan further limited
operational capacity. Massport spokesperson Jennifer Mehigan stated that high wind speeds on September 28 forced controllers to use alternate runways instead of a normally preferred runway that remains closed for construction. This rerouting reduced overall air traffic efficiency and contributed to the extended delays.
Traveler Impact and Official Statements
Inbound flights faced an average delay of approximately five hours and 14 minutes due to the ground delay program and altered air traffic patterns. Massport urged passengers traveling through Logan to verify their flight status with their airlines before arriving at the airport. The FAA ground delay aimed to maintain order amid limited runway availability and
complicated weather conditions.
