Over 1,191 flights delayed, 79 canceled amid widespread U.S. travel disruptions

More than 1,191 flights were delayed and 79 were canceled Friday as U.S. travel operations were disrupted across multiple airports. Washington, D.C.’s Reagan National Airport (DCA) led the delays with 177, while Puerto Rico’s Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport recorded the most cancellations, with 20, according to FlightAware. Among U.S. carriers, United reported the highest number of delays and cancellations, with 90 delays and 20 cancellations as of Friday morning. The Federal Aviation Administration cited low clouds and high winds impacting major hubs including Boston, Chicago, Minneapolis, New York, and Washington, D.C., with gusty winds also affecting Las Vegas. Travelers were advised to monitor flight status, rebook promptly after cancellations, and keep essentials accessible.