Severe Storms Ground Flights at Houston Airports July 13, 2026
Severe storms and heavy rainfall on July 13, 2026, forced ground stops at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental and William P. Hobby airports, causing flight delays averaging up to 49 minutes. The National Weather Service maintained a level 2 flood risk through July 14.
Flight Groundings and Flooding Disrupt Houston Airports on July 13, 2026
The FAA imposed ground stops at Houston’s two major airports July 13, 2026, causing average delays of 45 and 49 minutes at Intercontinental and Hobby airports, respectively. The National Weather Service forecast 1-3 inches of rain with flooding risk continuing through July 14.
500+ Flights Cancelled, 4000+ Delayed at NYC Airports on July 11 from Storms and...
Severe thunderstorms and air traffic controller shortages caused over 500 flight cancellations and 4000 delays at major New York area airports on July 11, 2026. The FAA used ground stops and delays to manage reduced airport capacity during the disruption.
Alaska Airlines adds nonstop Portland-Wenatchee and Portland-Tampa flights
Alaska Airlines will start daily nonstop flights from Portland to Wenatchee, Washington, year-round beginning October 3, 2026. Seasonal nonstop daily service to Tampa, Florida, will operate from November 20, 2026, through March 28, 2027.
SolitAir Adds New Route to Jinan as Part of China Expansion
SolitAir has launched a new flight route to Jinan, expanding its China network. The new route improves regional connectivity and offers more direct travel options.
American Airlines Launches Second U.S.-Venezuela Flight
American Airlines launched a second flight between the U.S. and Venezuela on July 14, 2026. The new route supports connectivity amid Venezuela's ongoing earthquake recovery.
Over 4,500 Flights Disrupted July 14 at JFK, LaGuardia, Newark and Philadelphia Airports
More than 4,500 flights were disrupted on July 14, 2026, across JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, and Philadelphia airports. Severe thunderstorms and FAA air traffic controller shortages caused over 500 cancellations and 4,000 delays.
500+ Flight Cancellations and 4,000 Delays at NYC Airports on July 11, 2026
More than 500 flights were cancelled and over 4,000 delayed at JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, and Philadelphia airports on July 11 due to storms and FAA staffing shortages. Airlines faced prolonged disruptions, stranding thousands of passengers.
Storms Cause Flight Groundings and Delays at Houston’s Two Major Airports
Severe storms on July 13, 2026, caused FAA ground stops and flights delays at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental and William P. Hobby Airports. Flood risks remain high with further storms forecast through July 14.
Over 500 Flights Cancelled, 4,000 Delayed at New York Airports on July 11
Over 500 flights were cancelled and more than 4,000 delayed across JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, and Philadelphia airports on July 11, 2026 due to storms and staffing issues. The FAA implemented ground stops and delays as thunderstorm conditions and controller shortages reduced airport capacity.
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