On June 23, 2026, a widespread disruption affected air travel across Australia with 164 flights either delayed or cancelled at Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Canberra airports. This disruption impacted several major carriers and resulted in operational challenges at these airports throughout the day.
Among the airlines affected were Qantas, its regional subsidiary QantasLink, and American Airlines, along with other carriers servicing these cities. Passengers experienced varying degrees of inconvenience including extended wait times and the need to alter their travel arrangements as a result.
