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US: Powerful Winter Storm Hits Upstate New York Under State of Emergency

A winter storm warning was issued for upstate New York as a powerful system moved into the Tri-State area on Friday, December 26. The storm impacted post-Christmas travel, leading to the cancellation of more than 1,500 flights across Philadelphia International and New York City’s three major airports. In response to the conditions, a state of emergency has been declared in both New York and New Jersey.

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Pakistan: Karachi Blanketed by Fog and Smog, Flights Diverted, Motorcyclist Killed

On Sunday morning, December 21, dense fog and “very unhealthy” air pollution (AQI 215–282) blanketed Karachi, disrupting flights with six international services diverted to Muscat and Islamabad, while poor visibility and road conditions caused a fatal motorcycle accident and led to temporary highway closures in other parts of Pakistan.

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Japan: Heavy Snowfall Strands 750 Passengers at Hokkaido New Chitose Airport

Approximately 750 passengers were stranded and spent the night at New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido on Friday, December 12, as heavy snowfall swept through the area, causing 183 flight cancellations, including four international flights.

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India: IndiGo Flight Cancellations Strand Passengers Amid Regulatory Failure 4

Major travel chaos continued at airports across India as IndiGo cancelled hundreds of flights. The cancellations, which stranded scores of passengers and mainly affected key domestic routes, are due to IndiGo's failure to comply with new Flight Duty Time Limit (FDTL) regulations.

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India: IndiGo Flight Cancellations Strand Passengers Amid Regulatory Failure 3

Major travel chaos continued at airports across India as IndiGo cancelled hundreds of flights. The cancellations, which stranded scores of passengers and mainly affected key domestic routes, are due to IndiGo's failure to comply with new Flight Duty Time Limit (FDTL) regulations.

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India: IndiGo Flight Cancellations Strand Passengers Amid Regulatory Failure 2

Major travel chaos continued at airports across India as IndiGo cancelled hundreds of flights. The cancellations, which stranded scores of passengers and mainly affected key domestic routes, are due to IndiGo's failure to comply with new Flight Duty Time Limit (FDTL) regulations.

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India: IndiGo Flight Cancellations Strand Passengers Amid Regulatory Failure

Major travel chaos continued at several airports in India as IndiGo cancelled hundreds of flights on Friday, December 5. The cancellations, which stranded scores of passengers and mainly affected key domestic routes, are due to IndiGo's failure to comply with new Flight Duty Time Limit (FDTL) regulations.

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Taiwan: Power Outage Hits Songshan Airport and Zhongshan District

On Monday, December 1, sudden power outages struck Songshan Airport and parts of Zhongshan District in Taipei. At the airport, the international terminal lost power at 1:36 PM, but backup generators kept check-in and customs operations running. Some escalators and VIP lounge lighting were briefly affected. Taipower confirmed a disconnected feeder line caused the outage, which was fully restored by 2:48 PM. No flights were disrupted. In Zhongshan District, residents experienced both power and internet outages, affecting 4,698 users. Social media users shared reactions highlighting the sudden disruption and inconvenience.

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US: Disruptive Passenger Removed From Flight Carrying 4 Congressmen in Kansas City

An American Airlines flight 1218 carrying four U.S. congressmen, Greg Stanton, Eli Crane, Andy Biggs, and Paul Gosar, from Phoenix to Washington D.C. was diverted for an emergency landing in Kansas City International Airport after a passenger went on a political rant on Tuesday, November 11.

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US: Storm Lashes Northern California With High Winds, Travel Disruptions

A powerful Pacific storm brought strong winds and heavy rain across Northern California and the Pacific Northwest on Wednesday, November 5. Gusts reached up to around 90 mph in parts of Northern California, disrupting flights at San Francisco International Airport and prompting high wind warnings across coastal and mountain areas.

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US: Alaska Air IT Outage Grounds Flights for Hours, Forcing Flight Cancellations

Alaska Airlines restored operations on Friday, October 24, after a major technology outage on Thursday grounded flights nationwide, causing over 400 cancellations and disrupting travel for more than 49,000 passengers. The airline confirmed the system outage was not a cyber attack but has not provided details on its cause, marking the second such incident this year. This video shows the chaos and the large amount of luggage at the baggage claim area at Seattle Tacoma International Airport, caused by the system failure.

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US: Heavy Rain Causes Flash Flooding, Flight Delays in Las Vegas

The remnants of Tropical Storm Priscilla hit Las Vegas, bringing heavy rain on Friday, October 10, causing flash flooding and prompting a swift water rescue. The storm led to significant travel disruption, with flights departing Harry Reid International Airport facing average delays of about an hour.

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Vietnam: Torrential Rain Causes Flooding, Widespread Chaos in Hanoi 3

Torrential rains hit Hanoi, causing flooding in parts of the area on Tuesday, October 7. Major roads were flooded, and motorbikes and cars were left stranded. Several schools in the capital closed or shifted to online teaching, and several flights from and to Noi Bai International Airport were delayed or rescheduled.

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Vietnam: Torrential Rain Causes Flooding, Widespread Chaos in Hanoi

Torrential rains hit Hanoi, causing flooding in parts of the area on Tuesday, October 7. Major roads were flooded, and motorbikes and cars were left stranded. Several schools in the capital closed or shifted to online teaching, and several flights from and to Noi Bai International Airport were delayed or rescheduled.

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Vietnam: Torrential Rain Causes Flooding, Widespread Chaos in Hanoi 2

Torrential rains hit Hanoi, causing flooding in parts of the area on Tuesday, October 7. Major roads were flooded, and motorbikes and cars were left stranded. Several schools in the capital closed or shifted to online teaching, and several flights from and to Noi Bai International Airport were delayed or rescheduled.

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Japan: Fire Breaks Out at Tokyo Haneda Airport Old Hangar, Flights Unaffected 2

A large fire broke out at an old hangar undergoing demolition on the premises of Tokyo Haneda International Airport on Monday morning, September 29. Authorities have confirmed that the incident has not caused any delays or disruption to flight operations. This is a developing story.

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Japan: Fire Breaks Out at Tokyo Haneda Airport Old Hangar, Flights Unaffected

A large fire broke out at an old hangar undergoing demolition on the premises of Tokyo Haneda International Airport on Monday morning, September 29. Authorities have confirmed that the incident has not caused any delays or disruption to flight operations. This is a developing story.

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Japan: Fire Breaks Out at Tokyo Haneda Airport Old Hangar, Flights Unaffected 3

A large fire broke out at an old hangar undergoing demolition on the premises of Tokyo Haneda International Airport on Monday morning, September 29. Authorities have confirmed that the incident has not caused any delays or disruption to flight operations. This is a developing story.

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RECAP: Super Typhoon Ragasa Hits Hong Kong With Hurricane-Force Winds

Super Typhoon Ragasa brough hurricane-force winds as it passed south of the city on Wednesday, September 24, prompting school closures and travel disruptions. Streets were largely deserted, waves taller than lampposts battered the promenades, hundreds of flights at Hong Kong International Airport were canceled The Hong Kong Observatory issued its highest typhoon warning, T10.

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US: Lightning Illuminates Night Sky of Denver

On Tuesday, September 16, the National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch, which included the potential for tornadoes, for several counties on the Eastern Plains of Colorado. The watch was in effect until 9 p.m. The storms led to significant travel disruption, with 525 flights delayed and one canceled at Denver International Airport (DIA).

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

Air Canada flight attendants strike outside Montreal‚ÄìTrudeau International Airport in Montreal, Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. Photo by Graham Hughes/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

People wait at an Air Canada check in at Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

Air Canada flight attendants strike outside Montreal‚ÄìTrudeau International Airport in Montreal, Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. Photo by Graham Hughes/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

Strike supporters march around the departures level at the Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

Picketers ride an escalator to march around the Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

Picketers march around the departures level at the Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

Picketers march around the departures level at the Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

Picketers cheer as they hear news that Air Canada has halted a restart of operations at the Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

An Air Canada plane sits at Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

Picketers march around the departures level at the Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

People wait at an Air Canada check in at Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

People wait at an Air Canada check in at Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

People picket as travellers pass at Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

People picket as travellers pass at Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

A traveller walks past striking Air Canada flight attendants at Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. The union representing more than 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants says its members have walked off the job after it was unable to reach an eleventh hour deal with the airline. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

An Air Canada plane sits at Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

Air Canada workers picket at the Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

People sleep under a flight information board at the Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. The union representing more than 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants says its members have walked off the job after it was unable to reach an eleventh hour deal with the airline. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

A person waits at the Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

Air Canada flight attendants strike outside Halifax Stanfield International Airport in Halifax on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Photo by Darren Calabrese/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

Air Canada workers picket at the Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C., on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Air Canada made the call to halt a return to operation as flight attendants continue to strike. Photo by Ethan Cairns/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Announces Suspension of Flights as Strike Continues - Canada

A person checks the departure board as Air Canada flight attendants strike at Montreal‚ÄìTrudeau International Airport in Montreal, Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. Photo by Graham Hughes/THE CANADIAN PRESS/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Flight Attendants Strike - Toronto

Air Canada flights show as cancelled at Pearson International Airport as flight attendants go on strike in Toronto on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Photo by Sammy Kogan/CP/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Air Canada Flight Attendants Strike at Toronto Airport - Canada

Air Canada flights show as cancelled at Pearson International Airport as flight attendants go on strike in Toronto on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. Photo by Sammy Kogan/The Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mexico: Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding in Mexico City, Disrupting Airport Operations 3

Heavy rain flooded Mexico City on Sunday, August 10, causing flights to or from Mexico City International Airport to be diverted or suspended due to poor visibility and flooding.

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Mexico: Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding in Mexico City, Disrupting Airport Operations

Heavy rain flooded Mexico City on Sunday, August 10, causing flights to or from Mexico City International Airport to be diverted or suspended due to poor visibility and flooding.

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Mexico: Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding in Mexico City, Disrupting Airport Operations 2

Heavy rain flooded Mexico City on Sunday, August 10, causing flights to or from Mexico City International Airport to be diverted or suspended due to poor visibility and flooding.

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Iran: Apartments in Tehran Destroyed by Israeli Bombing

On Friday, June 13, Israel launched a series of airstrikes on Iran, causing widespread destruction in Tehran, damaging homes and vehicles, and halting all flights at Imam Khomeini International Airport. The attacks also targeted military facilities and nuclear sites.

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Argentina: Gusty Winds and Intense Hail Batter Greater Buenos Aires, Disrupting Flights

The National Meteorological Service (SMN) issued a yellow alert for Greater Buenos Aires and the surrounding areas on April 17, as a strong storm brought gusty winds, intense hail, and lightning, causing damage and air operation suspensions at Ezeiza International Airport.

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India: Massive Dust Storms Sweep Through Delhi-NCR, Causing Flight Delays 3

Massive dust storms swept through Delhi and the NCR regions on April 10 and 11, knocking down dozens of trees and power poles, and resulting in at least two deaths. Multiple flights were delayed or diverted at Indira Gandhi International Airport.