As of 7 a.m. EST on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, over 100 flights were canceled at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA), with an additional 60 cancellations at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), totaling nearly 1,000 cancellations across the three airports attributed to severe weather conditions.
Severe Storms Trigger FAA Ground Stops and Delay Programs
The tri-state area is experiencing heavy thunderstorms accompanied by torrential rain, high winds, and localized flooding, resulting in substantial operational disruptions. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) responded by issuing ground stops and delay programs for all major New York airports on Monday, July 27, 2026. On Tuesday morning, a new
ground delay program was implemented specifically for LaGuardia Airport to manage ongoing adverse weather impacts.
Cascading Effects Impact Other Major U.S. Hubs; Airlines Offer Flexible Waivers
Flight delays and cancellations at New York airports have caused knock-on disruptions affecting outbound connections and subsequent flights at other large hubs, including Atlanta, Chicago O’Hare, and Charlotte airports. This ripple effect occurs even in regions without severe weather. To accommodate affected travelers, nearly all major airlines have issued flexible change waivers for flights routed through New York on July 28, 2026, permitting schedule adjustments without penalties.
