On July 16, 2026, the FAA slowed arrival flights at JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, and Philadelphia airports, leading to over 500 cancellations and 4,000 delays. The measures respond to weather and air traffic control staffing shortages.
Europe experienced 104 flight cancellations and 2,599 delays on July 16, 2026, mainly affecting Paris, Amsterdam, Madrid, and London airports. Airlines like Air France, KLM, and Transavia France faced significant operational disruptions.
FAA issued ground stops at DFW and Dallas Love Field on July 16, 2026, due to thunderstorms causing delays. Ground stops were lifted by late afternoon, with average departure delays reaching 90 minutes at DFW and 75 minutes at Love Field.