Key takeaways:
- 1,771 flights in and out of the US were canceled by the end of the day on Wednesday.
- Southwest Airlines had the most cancellations or delayed flights with a total of 411.
- The effects of the flight cancellations and delays may continue for some time.
A winter storm in the northern United States has caused major disruptions to air travel across the country. According to FlightAware, a flight tracking site, a total of 1,771 flights in and out of the US were canceled by the end of the day on Wednesday.
Leading all carriers in cancellations or delayed flights was Southwest Airlines, with a total of 411. Delta Air Lines was also heavily affected, with a total of 378 delayed or canceled flights. By Wednesday afternoon, it had pulled ahead of Southwest for the volume of flights affected. Regional carrier SkyWest Airlines, which operates flights for United, Delta and American airlines, among others, was the third most affected, with 295 delayed or canceled flights.
The winter storm is expected to continue through Thursday, and the effects of the flight cancellations and delays may continue for some time. Passengers are advised to check the status of their flights before heading to the airport. Airlines are also encouraging passengers to check their flight status online and to contact their airline directly for more information.
The storm has caused major disruptions to air travel, and the effects of the cancellations and delays may be felt for some time. Airlines are encouraging passengers to check their flight status online and to contact their airline directly for more information.
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