The FAA replaced the paper-based air traffic control system at Atlanta Airport with a digital system on October 29, 2026. Atlanta became the 26th US airport to adopt electronic flight strips under the FAA's $12.5 billion modernization program.
Manchester Airport is experiencing delays on 69 flights as of October 29, 2026, including Ryanair, Jet2, and easyJet. Delays over 20 minutes are reported at 8am.
Over 580 flights were delayed and 53 canceled across US airports on October 29, 2026. Travelers should expect delays and cancellations throughout the day.