Minneapolis, MN
More Than 4021 Delays and 106 Cancellations Hit US as Spirit, Horizon, PSA, Alaska, Delta, American Face Travel Setbacks, Leaving Thousands of Passengers Grounded in Charlotte, Billings, Minneapolis, Nashville, Dulles, Atlanta, and Beyond – Travel And Tour World
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November 29, 2025
Over 4021 delays and 106 cancellations hit US travel, with Spirit, Horizon, PSA, Alaska, Delta, American facing setbacks. Key airports like Charlotte, Billings, Minneapolis, Nashville, Dulles, and Atlanta saw major disruptions, grounding thousands of passengers. These setbacks created chaos across the airline industry, leaving travelers stranded as delays stretched into hours and flights were abruptly canceled. Airlines such as Spirit and American Airlines were among the hardest hit, with large numbers of delayed flights, while airports like Charlotte and Dulles became hotspots of confusion. As the ripple effects of these delays and cancellations spread, passengers across the country faced significant travel challenges, exacerbating the already turbulent state of air travel.
Overview of US Airline Cancellations and Delays
The table below summarizes the cancellation and delay data for various U.S.-based airlines. American Airlines had the highest number of delays, with 850 delayed flights (26%), while Delta Air Lines had the lowest number of cancellations (10) and a relatively low delay percentage of 6%. Airlines like Southwest and United saw significant delays (417 and 418, respectively), although their cancellation rates were minimal. Spirit and PSA Airlines experienced delays of 21% and 16%, respectively. Overall, 89 cancellations and 3,718 delays occurred across these U.S. airlines.
Airline
Cancelled (#)
Cancelled (%)
Delayed (#)
Delayed (%)
American Airlines
21
0%
850
26%
Delta Air Lines
10
0%
181
6%
United
12
0%
418
14%
SkyWest
8
0%
325
14%
Envoy Air (AAL)
7
0%
131
13%
PSA Airlines (AAL)
4
0%
115
16%
Spirit
4
0%
105
21%
Southwest
3
0%
417
9%
JetBlue
2
0%
133
15%
Alaska Airlines
2
0%
90
10%
Horizon (ASA)
2
0%
46
14%
CommuteAir (UAL)
2
0%
44
18%
Frontier
1
0%
144
16%
Overview of US Airport Cancellations and Delays (By Origin)
This table highlights the cancellation and delay statistics for major U.S. airports. Charlotte Douglas International (CLT) saw 11 cancellations (1%) and 168 delays (20%). Dallas-Fort Worth International (DFW) had the highest number of delays (332), with a delay percentage of 32%. Billings Logan International (BIL) had a higher cancellation percentage (12%), with 9 cancellations. Overall, 43 cancellations and 1,225 delays were reported across these U.S. airports.
| Airport (Code) | Location | Cancelled (#) | Cancelled (%) | Delayed (#) | Delayed (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte/Douglas Intl (CLT) | Charlotte, NC | 11 | 1% | 168 | 20% |
| Dallas-Fort Worth Intl (DFW) | Dallas-Fort Worth, TX | 9 | 0% | 332 | 32% |
| Billings Logan Intl (BIL) | Billings, MT | 9 | 12% | 11 | 15% |
| Chicago O’Hare Intl (ORD) | Chicago, IL | 8 | 0% | 214 | 17% |
| Miami Intl (MIA) | Miami, FL | 7 | 0% | 122 | 15% |
| Houston Bush Int’ctl (IAH) | Houston, TX | 3 | 0% | 76 | 11% |
| Newark Liberty Intl (EWR) | Newark, NJ | 2 | 0% | 97 | 17% |
| Sidney-Richland Rgnl (SDY) | Sidney, MT | 3 | 27% | 2 | 18% |
Overview of US Airport Cancellations and Delays (By Destination)
The second set of data continues to provide insights into airport performance across the U.S. Billings Logan International (BIL) had the highest cancellation rate at 8%, along with a 11% delay rate. Chicago O’Hare (ORD) saw a relatively low cancellation rate of 0%, but 214 delays, resulting in a delay percentage of 16%. LaGuardia (LGA) and Minneapolis/St. Paul International (MSP) both had low cancellation rates (1%), but delays were significant (14% and 5%, respectively). Overall, 59 cancellations and 1,346 delays occurred at these airports.
Airport (Code)
Location
Cancelled (#)
Cancelled (%)
Delayed (#)
Delayed (%)
Billings Logan Intl (BIL)
Billings, MT
7
8%
9
11%
Chicago O’Hare Intl (ORD)
Chicago, IL
4
0%
203
16%
LaGuardia (LGA)
New York, NY
4
1%
54
14%
Minneapolis/St Paul Intl (MSP)
Minneapolis, MN
4
1%
23
5%
John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
New York, NY
3
0%
80
13%
Hartsfield-Jackson Intl (ATL)
Atlanta, GA
3
0%
75
7%
Houston Bush Int’ctl (IAH)
Houston, TX
3
0%
72
11%
Fort Lauderdale Intl (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale, FL
3
0%
65
14%
Washington Dulles Intl (IAD)
Dulles, VA
3
0%
58
12%
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Nashville, TN
3
0%
38
10%
Des Moines Intl (DSM)
Des Moines, IA
3
2%
8
7%
Key West Intl (EYW)
Key West, FL
3
4%
3
4%
Sidney-Richland Rgnl (SDY)
Sidney, MT
3
33%
0
0%
Denver Intl (DEN)
Denver, CO
2
0%
119
11%
Charlotte/Douglas Intl (CLT)
Charlotte, NC
2
0%
118
14%
Los Angeles Intl (LAX)
Los Angeles, CA
2
0%
114
12%
Miami Intl (MIA)
Miami, FL
2
0%
103
12%
Boston Logan Intl (BOS)
Boston, MA
2
0%
77
15%
Over 4021 delays and 106 cancellations hit US travel, with Spirit, Horizon, PSA, Alaska, Delta, American facing setbacks. Key airports like Charlotte, Billings, Minneapolis, Nashville, Dulles, and Atlanta saw major disruptions, grounding thousands.
Conclusion
The widespread disruption of over 4,021 delays and 106 cancellations across U.S. air travel left Spirit, Horizon, PSA, Alaska, Delta, and American Airlines facing significant setbacks. These setbacks, coupled with major disruptions at key airports like Charlotte, Billings, Minneapolis, Nashville, Dulles, and Atlanta, caused widespread frustration for thousands of grounded passengers. As travelers experienced canceled flights and prolonged delays, it became clear that these airlines and airports struggled to manage the high volume of disruptions. The ripple effect from these travel setbacks highlighted the ongoing challenges within the aviation industry, leaving many to question the reliability of their travel plans in the face of such widespread chaos.
Minneapolis, MN
North Loop restaurant sends urgent plea to customers to come back to downtown Minneapolis
In a popular night spot like Minneapolis’ North Loop, it may come as a surprise to learn there are struggling restaurants there, but the owners of Dario said that is their new reality.
For two years, Dario has been serving up homemade pasta and cocktails.
“We’re not going to last much longer, nor are any of the other places you like to frequent, if we don’t get out here and try to experience these places,” said Stephen Rowe, Dario’s co-owner and beverage director.
Rowe and Executive Chef Joe Rolle recently sent a message to those on the restaurant’s e-mail list, writing that the recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge, combined with a challenging winter season, has caused a nosedive in reservations. They’re asking for customers to come back downtown.
“Like everybody else who owns a business around here and in the city, it’s just kind of like a gut punch,” said Rowe.
Customers, in particular from the suburbs, haven’t been coming in as much, Rolle said.
“They see a lot of things online, they see things on TV,” said Rowe.
“No one thought that North Loop was really affected, but we were,” said Mary Binkley, president of the North Loop Neighborhood Association.
Binkley said the past few months have been tough for North Loop restaurants.
“January and February were certainly heavy and that’s because people were spending their restaurant dollars elsewhere, in immigrant-owned restaurants, restaurants in neighborhoods where there was more ICE activity,” said Binkley.
Recently, foot traffic has been steadily improving in the neighborhood, Binkley said. With St. Patrick’s Day and Minnesota Twins games right around the corner, she said she is confident people will return.
“This is a place in a two-block radius where a lot of everyone’s favorite restaurants are,” said Binkley.
Dario’s owners said they have been forced to cut back on hours and shifts for employees. Meanwhile, they’ve launched lunch service on Thursdays and catering with the hopes of boosting business and saving the jobs of their 80 employees.
“A restaurant can take, you know, one or two bad weeks, but we’ve all had eight bad weeks in a row, so we’ve got a lot of digging out to do,” said Rolle.
Minneapolis, MN
Remembering Joshua Denstedt: A Life Full Of Grilling And Outdoor Adventures
April 21, 1993 – February 27, 2026
Via Miller-Carlin Funeral Home
Joshua James Denstedt, age 32, unexpectedly passed away on February 27, 2026.
Joshua was born on April 21, 1993, in, Fridley, Minnesota. He later made his home in Minneapolis, where he spent much of his life.
Joshua will be remembered by those who knew him for his presence, his experiences in life, and the memories shared with family and friends. Joshua loved grilling,cooking, spending time out side working on cars . He loved his cat katie.
He is survived by his father, Sam Denstedt and his sister Samantha Denstedt and his niece sara Barrows.
Joshua was preceded in death by his mother, Cheryl Thoreson.
Family and friends who knew Joshua are encouraged to remember him in their own way and keep his memory close in their hearts.
Details regarding services or memorial gatherings may be announced by the family at a later time.
Minneapolis, MN
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