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Summary:
A severe winter storm across the Great Lakes, Mid-Atlantic, and New England regions of the United States has led to widespread flight cancellations and delays for US airlines on Friday, December 26, 2025. Thousands of flights have been affected as of early afternoon, with JetBlue Airways experiencing the most cancellations. Airlines have issued warnings and travel alerts, allowing rebooking without change fees.
News Article:
U.S. Airlines Grapple with Mass Cancellations, Delays Amid Winter Storm
New York, NY – December 27, 2025 – Thousands of flights across the United States were canceled or delayed yesterday (Friday, December 26, 2025) as a severe winter storm swept across the Great Lakes, Mid-Atlantic, and New England regions. According to flight tracking website FlightAware, over 1,100 flights were canceled and nearly 4,000 delayed as of 12:30 pm Eastern Time.
The National Weather Service issued warnings of hazardous travel conditions due to the storm, impacting major airports including John F. Kennedy Airport, LaGuardia Airport, and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
JetBlue Airways has been hit hardest, with 225 cancellations. Delta Air Lines followed with 186 cancelled flights, Republic Airways (155), American Airlines (96), and United Airlines (82).
“We have issued a travel alert allowing those whose plans may be affected to rebook without change fees,” a spokesperson for American Airlines told Reuters.
The disruptions are occurring during peak holiday travel, causing significant inconvenience for passengers. Travelers are advised to check with their airlines for the latest updates and potential rescheduling options.
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