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- Katherine Rodriguez | NJ.com
Flight cancellations and delays disrupted operations at multiple airports across the U.S
New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport had the most delays and cancellations out of all U.S. airports, reporting 61 delays and 107 canceled flights on Thursday, according to flight tracker FlightAware
JetBlue led all U.S. carriers Thursday with 90 delays and 77 cancellations
Here’s why so many flights were disrupted across the U.S
Why are so many flights being disrupted across the country?
Thunderstorms in Atlanta (ATL), Charlotte (CLT), Louisville (SDF), Nashville (BNA), Indianapolis (IND), Memphis (MEM), Phoenix (PHX), Washington, D.C. (DCA, BWI, IAD) and Florida (MCO, TPA, MIA, FLL) may cause cancellations and delays, according to the Federal A
The FAA stated that low clouds in San Francisco (SFO) and San Diego (SAN) may also affect air traffic
What should passengers do if they have a flight cancellation or delay?
If your flight is delayed or canceled, here are steps to help you get to your destination as quickly as possible
Travel experts and airlines recommend the following steps if your flight is delayed or canceled
Check your flight status regularly through your airline’s website or app
If you have your airline’s app, enable notifications for gate changes, delays and cancellations
If your flight is canceled, rebook as soon as possible
If you have a connecting flight, allow extra time if you’re connecting through a busy airport
Keep essential items in your carry-on so you can access them, and review your airline’s refund and rebooking policies in case of extended delays or cancellations
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