FAA Delay Programmes Affect 16 US Airports on July 31 Including Orlando
The FAA held 16 US airports under 20 delay programmes on July 31, 2026. Orlando International faced the worst delays with a 40-minute ground stop due to thunderstorms.
SunExpress to Begin Direct Flights Between Almaty and Izmir in July 2026
SunExpress will start direct flights between Almaty and Izmir on July 31, 2026. Kazakhstan's Ministry of Transport announced the new route to expand air connections and strengthen ties with Turkey.
Etihad Airways Adds 20 Flight Routes Following Partnership Deals
Etihad Airways launched 20 new routes after finalizing deals with three airlines. This expansion broadens its network and increases connectivity for travelers.
1,191 Flights Delayed and 108 Cancelled at U.S. Airports on July 31, 2026
On July 31, 2026, 1,191 flights were delayed and 108 flights cancelled at U.S. airports. The disruptions affected multiple airports nationwide.
WestJet Cancels 76 Flights Ahead of Flight Attendant Strike Notice
WestJet cancelled 76 flights on July 31, 2026, as a flight attendant strike notice was issued, with a possible strike start on August 2. The union represents 4,400 attendants who are negotiating contract terms involving unpaid ground work.
1,191 Flights Delayed and 108 Cancelled at U.S. Airports on July 31
On July 31, 2026, a total of 1,191 flights were delayed and 108 flights cancelled at U.S. airports. The disruptions affected travelers across multiple airports nationwide.
WestJet Cancels 76 Flights Ahead of Possible Flight Attendant Strike
WestJet canceled 76 flights on July 31, 2026, ahead of a possible flight attendant strike starting August 2. The labor dispute centers on unpaid ground time compensation.
Dorset unveils 10-year tourism strategy targeting international visitors
Dorset County Council has launched a 10-year tourism strategy aiming to attract more international visitors and boost the local economy. The plan covers 2026-2035 and targets year-round tourism growth with a focus on off-peak development and cultural programming.
American Airlines IT Failure Delays Over 1,100 Flights Nationwide
American Airlines delayed about 1,100 flights nationwide on July 30, 2026, after an IT failure linked to a third-party vendor. An FAA ground stop and disrupted vendor technology platforms also contributed to the operational chaos.
European River Cruises Adapt to Historic Low Water Levels in 2026 Summer
Historically low water levels in the Danube and Rhine rivers during summer 2026 disrupted European river cruises. Cruise lines like Uniworld and Viking adapted itineraries with ship swaps, missed stops, and bus transfers to maintain operations.













