Overview
- FlightRadar reported roughly 2,867 flight delays and about 380 cancellations across the U.S. as of December 15.
- New York–area hubs issued ground stops, with LaGuardia delays approaching six hours and multi-hour setbacks at JFK, Newark, and Teterboro.
- Republic Airways led reported cancellations with 89 and logged 147 delays, while Delta recorded 60 cancellations and 253 delays.
- Airports from Boston to Washington devoted extra time to de-ice aircraft, compounding wait times and fueling nationwide ripple effects.
- TSA says security checkpoints remain open during disruptions and advises travelers to follow staff guidance and closely monitor flight updates.