On November 3, 2026, flight operations at Newark, John F. Kennedy (JFK), and LaGuardia airports experienced major disruption. A total of 881 flights were delayed while 133 flights were canceled at these three New York airports.
Cause and Impact of Disruptions
The disruptions resulted from a construction worker accidentally cutting a critical cable near the airports. This incident led to widespread delays and cancellations, severely impacting flight schedules at Newark, JFK, and LaGuardia. Travelers are advised to expect ongoing delays and cancellations during operations affected by the cable cut.
