Boston Logan International Airport faced significant operational disruptions on Monday, with 520 flights delayed or canceled as of Monday night. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) imposed a ground delay starting at 7:30 a.m., scheduled to remain in effect until 2:59 a.m. Tuesday. Incoming flights at Logan were delayed by an average of 5 hours and 14 minutes, according to FlightAware data.
Weather and Construction Cause Delays
The delays stemmed from a combination of runway and taxiway construction and ongoing adverse weather conditions linked to a nor’easter. The storm brought between 3 and more than 7 inches of rain to southern New England this weekend, with
lighter showers expected to continue through Monday evening and an additional inch of rain possible. Winds on Monday prevented the use of a runway currently closed for construction, compelling air traffic controllers to rely on alternative runways.
Operational Impact and Official Statements
Using alternative runways reduced the efficiency of aircraft movements at Logan Airport. Jennifer Mehigan, a Massport spokesperson, explained that due to Monday’s winds, planes typically assigned to the closed runway could not operate there. The FAA attributed the ground delay to ongoing runway and taxiway construction. Massport, which manages Logan, cited both weather and construction as factors behind the widespread cancellations and delays.
Weather Forecast and Traveler Advisory
Southern New England remains under the influence of wet and windy conditions from the nor’easter’s remnants. Winds are forecast to diminish as the storm system weakens and moves north. Massport urged travelers to verify their flight status with airlines before traveling to the airport to account for ongoing disruptions.
