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On July 18, 2026, nearly 4,900 flights were delayed and 126 cancelled across major US airports including Chicago O’Hare and JFK. Wildfire smoke and FAA staffing shortages caused the widespread disruptions.
4,896 Delays and 126 Flight Cancellations Hit US Airports on July 18, 2026
Nearly 4,900 flights were delayed and 126 cancelled across US airports on July 18, 2026, with Chicago O’Hare experiencing the most disruptions. Wildfire smoke from Canada reduced visibility and air quality, affecting major hubs and airlines like Southwest and American.
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Nearly 4,900 US Flights Delayed Today, Chicago O’Hare Leads Disruptions
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100+ Flight Cancellations and 660 Delays Hit Canada’s Top Airports July 17
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On July 18, 2026, 4,896 flights were delayed and 126 cancelled across major US airports, including Chicago O’Hare and New York JFK, due to Canadian wildfire smoke. Southwest, American, United, and SkyWest Airlines were among the carriers most affected.
Canada Sees 100+ Flight Cancellations and 660 Delays on July 17, 2026
On July 17, 2026, over 100 flights were cancelled and approximately 660 delayed across Canada's busiest airports. Air Canada, WestJet, and Porter Airlines faced widespread operational disruptions impacting domestic routes and passengers.
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