Delta Complies with FAA Directive, Reduces Flights
Delta is following a directive from the FAA and the U.S. Department of Transportation to reduce flights at 40 major U.S. airports. The airline continues to comply with the FAA's requirements, limiting operations at these locations.
All planned FAA-directed flight cancellations are in effect through Tuesday, November 11. Due to ongoing Air Traffic Control staffing shortages and resulting delay programs, further delays and cancellations are expected on Sunday.
Additional pressure late Saturday affected Delta’s operational start-up on Sunday, resulting in more than 320 mainline and 150 Delta Connection cancellations on November 10.
Key Details for Customers
- Air Traffic Control staffing limitations and thunderstorm activity on Saturday afternoon created additional constraints for Delta flights at the Atlanta hub.
- As safety is the top priority, nearly 30 inbound flights were diverted to other U.S. airports.
- ATC required slowing of aircraft through the National Airspace System, leading to delays and more cancellations.
- Delta’s team is focused on customer care, recovering diverted flights, and ensuring the safe operation of remaining flights Saturday night.
- Additional cancellations may occur on Sunday due to required flight crew rest time and out-of-position aircraft.
Canceling a flight is always a last resort after all options have been exhausted.
Summary
Delta prioritizes safety and customer care while complying with FAA directives, resulting in flight reductions and cancellations due to staffing shortages and weather disruptions.