Tis the season for #flightdelays This sketch was done on my last flight home to #manchester 7 years ago. Life has changed a lot since then. In a funny way I’m glad I had time to sit still and draw while being delayed. Sit and smell the roses people! Life is short, and only intermittently sweet. #southamptonairport #sketchbook #sketch #digitalillustration #instaart #madewithpaper #wetransfer #pingsweetie #nostalgia #travelillustration #flybe #makememories #timeflies #tempusfugit https://www.instagram.com/p/Cg1s-N3szQG/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
On-Time Excellence: Delta Air Lines Leads the Pack in 2023's Flight Punctuality Race
Travel is a cherished pursuit, yet flight disruptions like delays and cancellations can mar the experience. As Americans plan their 2024 trips, they seek insight into airlines and airports with the best track record in minimizing such disruptions.
Recently released data from Cirium, an aviation analytics company, unveils valuable insights. Cirium's On-Time Performance Review 2023, evaluating punctuality for over 15 years using real-time flight information from 600 sources, has been published.
The report highlights a bustling year for airlines, with over 32 million scheduled passenger flights in 2023. North American airlines responded adeptly to soaring travel demand, as stated by James Hetzel, Cirium's Product Marketing Director, projecting continued operational excellence for 2024 amid gradual resolutions to labor shortages and airport infrastructure challenges.
Delta Air Lines, once more, claims the top position, with 84.72% of over 1.4 million flights arriving within 15 minutes of their scheduled times in 2023.
Anticipating an even busier year ahead, with an expected 9.4 billion travelers surpassing 2019's 9.2 billion passengers, the report underscores the evolving landscape.
North American Airlines' On-Time Performance 2023:
- Delta Air Lines – 84.72%
- Alaska Airlines – 82.25%
- American Airlines – 80.61%
- United Airlines – 80.04%
- Southwest Airlines – 76.26%
- Spirit Airlines – 71.16%
- WestJet – 69.29%
- Frontier Airlines – 68.68%
- JetBlue Airways – 68.33%
- Air Canada – 63.17%
In 2023, North American airlines achieved an overall on-time arrival rate of 74.45%, up from 74.26% in 2022, managing nearly 400,000 more scheduled flights than the preceding year.
Among the top performers for on-time departures in major US airports:
- Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport - 84.44%
- Salt Lake City International Airport – 83.99%
- Ronald Reagan National Airport - 83.20%
- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport - 83.09%
- Seattle-Tacoma International Airport - 82.97%
- Philadelphia International Airport - 82.75%
- LaGuardia Airport - 81.34%
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport - 80.36%
- San Diego International Airport - 80.32%
- Washington Dulles International Airport - 80.26%
These airports ranked among the top 20 globally for on-time departures in 2023, contributing to a global on-time departure rate of 78.52%.
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Dense Fog Grips Delhi, Leading to Train and Flight Delays
In the early hours of Wednesday, Delhi grappled with the season's most intense fog, causing delays in at least 25 trains and around 50 flights. The Puri-New Delhi Purushottam Express and the Howrah-New Delhi Poorvah Express faced delays exceeding five hours, while other trains experienced delays of over an hour. Flights experienced delays, though no diversions were reported by 9 am.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) labeled Wednesday's fog as the thickest, intensifying across north India. Visibility plummeted to 50 meters in Safdarjung and Palam, and the air quality, already in the very poor category, was expected to deteriorate further.
With the mercury dipping to 7°C, the IMD highlighted the prolonged duration of the dense fog. The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi averaged 380 (very poor) at 9 am on Wednesday, indicating a likely persistence in the severe category until Friday. Despite a brief improvement on Monday, the AQI has consistently hovered above safe limits.
As the fog persisted, the city geared up for continued challenges in both transportation and air quality, with forecasts suggesting a range between very poor and severe zones in the days ahead. The mercury was expected to rise to 22°C, contributing to the complex weather dynamics influenced by the El Nino phenomenon. Stay tuned for further updates on Delhi's atmospheric conditions and the impact on daily life.
Canada's Major Airlines Lag Behind in North America for On-Time Arrivals
Canadian Airlines Lag Behind in On-Time Performance
Canada's two largest airlines, Air Canada and WestJet, have fallen behind their North American counterparts in on-time performance, according to a recent report by aviation data company Cirium. In October 2023, Air Canada ranked ninth out of ten major North American carriers for on-time arrivals, with only 72% of its flights arriving on time. WestJet fared even worse, ranking last with a dismal 71% on-time arrival rate.
This disappointing performance comes at a time when the airline industry is struggling to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. Staff shortages, supply chain disruptions, and increased demand have all contributed to a surge in flight cancellations and delays. However, Canadian airlines appear to be bearing the brunt of these challenges.
Air Canada and WestJet have cited a number of factors contributing to their poor on-time performance, including a shortage of air traffic controllers, bad weather, and a network running at full tilt amid high demand. They have also acknowledged that they are not meeting their own expectations for on-time performance.
The airlines have pledged to take steps to improve their on-time performance, including hiring more staff, investing in new technology, and streamlining their operations. However, it remains to be seen whether they will be able to close the gap with their North American rivals.
In the meantime, passengers flying with Air Canada or WestJet should be prepared for delays and cancellations. They should also check with their airline for the latest information on flight status.
Here are some tips for avoiding delays and cancellations when flying with Air Canada or WestJet:
Book your flights early.
Check your flight status regularly before and during your trip.
Akasa Air Crisis: दिन में कई उड़ानें रद्द करने की जरूरत पड़ी
हाल ही में शुरू हुई अकासा एयर पर भी संकट के बादल गिर गए हैं। 43 पायलटों के इस्तीफे के बाद एयरलाइन को बंद होने का खतरा है, एयरलाइन ने मंगलवार को दिल्ली उच्च न्यायालय को सूचित किया। पायलटों के अचानक इस्तीफे के कारण सितंबर में एयरलाइन को हर दिन 24 उड़ानें रद्द करनी पड़ीं।
Poor United Experience Again: United Airlines delayed my 3:30 PM flight to 4:30 PM, then 5:20 PM, and then we were stuck on the runway until 6:20 PM takeoff. United can never get it right…I’ve always had delayed and cancelled flights from United.
What a disappointment this cup of coffee @yul.airport #MontrealInternational #Canada #NextStop #MarcoPoloAirport #Italy not a fan of #FlightDelays accompanied by bad #Coffee #WorkTravel #BackToTheHomeLand (at YUL Aéroport International Montréal-Trudeau) https://www.instagram.com/p/CgX5jTyPu8s/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Avoid Sitting at the Airport for HOURS | Hotel for a Day Step by Step 🛬 💺
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Killing time until my delayed flight…photo shoot, chili cheese fries, and a shake seem like a great idea. 🤣🫧😣 #ChiliCheeseFries #OreoShake #BensChiliBowl #FlightDelay #DCA #PhotoShoot #Vacation #DC #Florida #Holiday https://www.instagram.com/p/CmMwxe9plf_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=