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India is conducting international Digi Yatra biometric trials at seven airports with Air India and IndiGo from November to December 2026. The trials aim to extend digital identity verification to international travel and prepare for a wider rollout in 2027.

As of midday on November 3, 2026, US airports reported 1,442 flight delays and 141 cancellations. JetBlue led cancellations with 46, while American Airlines faced 375 delays.

Air traffic controller shortages in Australia, Canada, and South Africa are causing flight delays and cancellations as of November 5, 2026. Countries are turning to international recruitment while facing global competition and training challenges.