WestJet Grounds Flights Ahead of Flight Attendant Strike August 2, 2026
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United Airlines Adds Nonstop Flights to Cartagena from Houston and Washington Dulles
United Airlines will start nonstop flights to Cartagena from Houston and Washington Dulles on December 17, 2026. The new routes will operate four times weekly using Boeing 737 aircraft.
Etihad Airways Expands Network with 20 New Routes After Partner Deals
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WestJet Grounds Flights Ahead of Possible Strike on August 2, 2026
WestJet started grounding flights on July 31, 2026, ahead of a possible flight attendant strike after a 72-hour notice ending August 2. Passengers can change or cancel flights between July 30 and August 4 without fees.
1,191 Flights Delayed and 108 Cancelled Across U.S. Airports on August 1, 2026
More than 1,191 flights were delayed and 108 cancelled across U.S. airports on August 1, 2026. The disruptions impacted flight schedules at airports nationwide.
1,191 Flights Delayed and 108 Cancelled Across U.S. Airports on August 1, 2026
On August 1, 2026, U.S. airports experienced 1,191 flight delays and 108 cancellations. Multiple airports and airlines were affected, prompting travelers to monitor updates closely.
WestJet Grounds Flights August 1 Ahead of Potential Flight Attendant Strike
WestJet has begun grounding Boeing 737 flights as of August 1, 2026, ahead of a potential strike by 4,400 flight attendants starting August 2. Passengers flying from major Canadian hubs are advised to check flight statuses and are allowed one-time fee-free flight changes.
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Dorset rolls out 10-year tourism plan focused on international visitors
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A nationwide FAA ground stop on November 13, 2026, due to telecommunications failures disrupted nearly 1,700 flights at Chicago's O'Hare and Midway airports. The stoppage caused hundreds of delays and cancellations, with recovery efforts underway amid significant passenger impact.
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