WestJet Resumes Flights After Cabin Crew Strike Disruptions
WestJet is restoring flights after a cabin crew strike caused hundreds of cancellations across Canada’s major airports. The airline reached a tentative deal with CUPE Local 8125, resuming operations while maintaining flexible passenger policies.
FAA Ground Stop at Newark Continues Amid Storms, 930 NYC Flights Canceled
FAA maintained a ground stop at Newark Liberty on August 8 amid severe thunderstorms, leading to 930 cancellations at Newark, JFK, and LaGuardia airports. Major airlines issued no-fee rebooking waivers with deadlines ranging from August 9 to 13.
FAA Maintains Ground Stop at Newark Airport Amid Severe Storms
The FAA continues to enforce a ground stop at Newark Liberty International Airport through 10:15 p.m. on August 8, 2026, due to severe thunderstorms. This has led to 930 cancellations and more than 1,000 delays across Newark, JFK, and LaGuardia airports, with NJ Transit rail services also suspended.
WestJet Restores Flights After Strike, Disruptions Continue August 9, 2026
WestJet ended a multi-day cabin crew strike by reaching a tentative contract agreement earlier this week. Passengers still face delays, cancellations and schedule changes as the airline restores service after widespread flight disruptions.
FAA Ground Stop at Newark Airport Causes 930 Flight Cancellations Amid Storms
Severe thunderstorms caused 930 flight cancellations and over 1,000 delays at tri-state region airports on August 8, 2026. The FAA maintained a ground stop at Newark Liberty International Airport through 10:15 p.m.
FAA Extends Newark Ground Stop Amid Storms on August 8, 2026
The FAA extended a ground stop at Newark Airport through 10:15 p.m. on August 8, 2026, due to severe thunderstorms. As of 9:45 p.m., 930 flights were cancelled and over 1,000 delayed across Newark, Kennedy, and LaGuardia airports.
WestJet Restores Flights After Cabin Crew Strike Disruptions
WestJet is restoring its flight schedule after a cabin crew strike cancelled hundreds of flights across Canada and key international routes. Flexible change and cancellation policies remain to assist affected passengers during recovery.
FAA Keeps Newark Ground Stop Through 10:15 PM, 930 Flights Canceled
The FAA continues a ground stop at Newark Airport through 10:15 p.m. on August 8, causing 930 flight cancellations across tri-state airports. Ground stops at JFK and LaGuardia have lifted but delays persist alongside NJ Transit rail suspensions.
WestJet Restores Flights Following Cabin Crew Strike in August 2026
WestJet is restoring flights after a cabin crew strike caused hundreds of cancellations across Canadian hubs and international routes. The airline reached a tentative agreement with CUPE Local 8125, and flexible change policies remain in place.
FAA Newark Airport Ground Stop Extended, 930 Flights Canceled by 9:45 PM ET
The FAA has extended a ground stop at Newark Liberty International Airport through 10:15 p.m. ET on August 8, 2026, due to severe thunderstorms. Over 930 flights have been canceled across New York area airports, with more than 1,000 delayed as of 9:45 p.m. ET.
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