Aviation Daily Brief - September 26, 2026

Flight Disruptions Due to Weather

• Northeast U.S. Nor’easter:
  • American, Delta, JetBlue, and United Airlines are waiving change fees for travel to/from/through affected airports, including Boston Logan, LaGuardia, and Newark, through September 29-30.
  • Over 250 flights canceled at Boston Logan as of Saturday morning.
  • New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency.
• Colorado Airport Disruptions:
  • Heavy rain, hail, and winds of 40-50 mph are causing delays at an unspecified Colorado airport.

International Flight Suspensions

• Catania Airport, Italy:
  • All incoming flights suspended due to volcanic ash from Mount Etna's activity, compounded by adverse weather conditions.
  • Suspension expected to last until at least 10:00 GMT on Sunday.
• Riyadh King Khalid International Airport, Saudi Arabia:
  • Reports of flight disruptions, details on specific impacts are limited.

Additional Notes

• Travelers are advised to check with airlines for the latest updates and potential rebooking options due to the ongoing weather-related disruptions.
• Airports and airlines are working to manage the impacts of these weather events and volcanic activity.