The FAA imposed ground stops today, causing widespread flight cancellations at major U.S. airports. Thousands of passengers face significant travel disruptions due to these actions.
WestJet flight attendants launched a strike on August 3, 2026, grounding 600 flights and cancelling over 300, impacting about 250,000 passengers. Bookings are suspended through August 5, with negotiations ongoing.
The US has permanently established its visa bond program and increased the bond cap to $20,000. Visa applicants from Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan are affected by the change.