Thousands of Travelers Stuck as Over 80 Flights Cancelled and 2,600 Delayed Nationwide
Air travel across the United States encountered significant disruptions with more than 80 flights canceled and around 2,600 delayed. Passengers faced mounting challenges as airlines including Horizon, Breeze, United, Hawaiian, and American reported operational issues affecting major airports such as New Bedford, Honolulu, Santa Rosa, Atlanta, and Los Angeles. Stranded travelers and widespread delays defined the day’s events.
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Widespread flight disruptions affected air passengers throughout the United States as over 80 flights were canceled and approximately 2,600 were delayed according to reports covering multiple major airlines. Horizon Air, Breeze Airways, United Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and American Airlines were named among those impacted, leading to thousands of passengers being stranded.
The disruption stretched across major transportation hubs including New Bedford, Honolulu, Santa Rosa, Atlanta, and Los Angeles, with operational challenges throwing travel plans into disarray for affected travelers. Numerous passengers found themselves waiting in terminals or seeking alternative arrangements as airlines worked to address the growing backlog of disrupted flights.
Although the specific cause of these disruptions was not clearly stated, the scale and reach encompassed multiple carriers and airports, compounding the logistical challenges faced by both passengers and airlines. The events present a clear example of the ripple effects that operational issues can have across the nation’s transportation network, with the number of flights and travelers impacted reaching into the thousands.
As airlines and airport authorities worked to mitigate the fallout from the cancellations and delays, passengers were urged to check with their respective carriers for the latest information regarding their flights and possible rebooking options. The situation underscores the importance of staying informed and adaptable during periods of widespread travel disruption in the aviation industry.
Know your rights
These are your air passenger rights:
Sometimes it’s not immediately clear whether your flight qualifies for compensation. When the cause of the delay or cancellation is uncertain, the following general rights still apply.
Your right to care, rebooking, or refund is always guaranteed under EC 261, UK 261, ANAC 400, SHY-PASSENGER, GACA, and the Montreal Convention.
Whether you qualify for monetary compensation depends on the reason for the disruption — this can take time for authorities or the airline to confirm.
Causes like technical faults, crew issues, or operational errors usually make your flight eligible.
However, weather conditions, security threats, or air-traffic restrictions often fall under extraordinary circumstances, which may exempt airlines from paying compensation.
Tip: Keep all travel documents and receipts. You may later prove that your case qualifies for compensation.
Rerouting or refund
If your flight is canceled, you are entitled to a new flight or a refund.
Care and assistance
If your flight is delayed by more than two to four hours, your airline must provide food and drink vouchers.
Accommodation
For overnight delays, airlines must provide hotel stays and transfers, regardless of whether compensation applies.
Communication
You have the right to two phone calls or emails during extended waiting times.
Quick facts
Disruption:
Delays and Cancellations
Cause:
Other
Compensation:
Not eligible for compensation
Flights affected:
2680
Status:
Current disruption
Airlines affected:
Horizon Air, Breeze Airways, United Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines
Airports affected:
New Bedford, Honolulu, Santa Rosa, Atlanta, Los Angeles
Checked by:
Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Date updated:
13 October 2025