Ryanair and Google Cloud Partner on Five-Year AI Expansion
Ryanair and Google Cloud agreed to a five-year deal starting August 2026 to broaden AI use in airline operations. The collaboration focuses on improving efficiency and customer service.
FAA Ground Stop at Harry Reid Airport Delays Southwest Airlines Flights
The FAA issued a ground stop today at Harry Reid International Airport, causing delays for Southwest Airlines departures. Severe weather with low visibility prompted the FAA action.
WestJet Flight Attendants Strike Notice Leads to Mass Cancellations
WestJet flight attendants and CUPE issued strike and lockout notices with a 72-hour deadline, risking thousands of cancellations. The airline offers flexible rebooking for travel between July 30 and August 4.
WestJet Flight Attendants Strike Notice Sparks Mass Cancellations Starting August 13
WestJet flight attendants issued a strike notice effective August 2, prompting a 72-hour lockout starting August 13, 2026, and risking cancellations of thousands of flights. The dispute centers on pay from check-in through clock-out and affects more than 250,000 passengers.
ANC Top US Cargo Airport with Passenger Growth and Southwest Austin-Costa Rica Route
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport ranks first in US cargo volume and leads in passenger seat growth in 2026. Southwest Airlines plans new nonstop flights from Austin to San Jose, Costa Rica the same year.
Etihad Airways Starts Seasonal Abu Dhabi-Gothenburg Service in December 2026
Etihad Airways will begin seasonal flights from Abu Dhabi to Gothenburg in December 2026. This new route provides direct flights between the two cities during the winter season.
Anchorage Airport Unveils New Routes and Infrastructure Expansion
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport launched new nonstop flight routes to Boise, Boston, and Spokane in 2026 while expanding seasonal service. The airport also approved a 20-year infrastructure master plan to address growth.
FAA Ground Delay Program Delays Flights at Harry Reid and San Francisco Airports
The FAA's ground delay program caused average flight delays of 39 minutes at San Francisco International Airport and delayed Southwest Airlines flights at Harry Reid International Airport on August 14, 2026. Low cloud ceilings at San Francisco limited arrivals, while a ground stop slowed departures at Harry Reid.
WestJet faces mass flight cancellations after strike and lockout notices
WestJet flight attendants and CUPE issued a strike notice with a 72-hour deadline starting August 2, 2026. The airline responded with a lockout notice, prompting thousands of cancellations and affecting up to 75,000 passengers.
FAA Ground Stop Delays Southwest Flights at Harry Reid Airport August 14
The FAA imposed a ground stop at Harry Reid International Airport on August 14, 2026, causing delays for Southwest Airlines flights. San Francisco International Airport is experiencing flight arrival delays averaging 39 minutes due to low cloud ceilings.
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FAA’s AI Air Traffic Tool SMART Reroutes 180 Flights, Cuts Flight Times
The FAA's AI-supported SMART system has rerouted nearly 180 flights affecting 24,000 passengers, cutting flight times by over 10 minutes on average. The agency plans nationwide expansion to improve air traffic flow and reduce delays.
Over 800 Flights Delayed and 56 Canceled Across U.S. Airports on November 10
More than 803 flights faced delays and 56 were canceled at U.S. airports on November 10, 2026. Travelers should anticipate delays and cancellations nationwide.
FAA Ground Stops Disrupt Flights at San Francisco Airport on November 9
On November 9, 2026, dense fog caused the FAA to impose multiple ground stops at San Francisco International Airport, resulting in 187 delays and three cancellations by late morning. Visibility dropped to approximately 0.13 miles, prompting FAA ground delay programs to manage inbound flights.