What's driving delays?
The FAA's priority is safety, meaning that, sometimes, delays are necessary. The interactive chart below shows data on the top five causes of delays in the National Airspace System (NAS).
Weather is the leading cause of delays and cancellations, but the FAA’s Command Center works closely with airlines to plan for, and around, expected weather nationwide. Learn more about how the FAA navigates around bad weather and works with pilots to help keep flights safe during turbulence.
Are cancellations getting better or worse?
Flight cancellations are trending lower than in previous years, but a canceled flight still has the potential to throw off your travel plans. The Department of Transportation's (DOT) Bureau of Transportation Statistics provides data on delays and cancellations across the country.
DOT has launched an interactive Customer Service Dashboard to provide travelers with up-to-date airline customer service policies on controllable cancellations and delays to ensure customers can easily access information when problems arise.
How You Can Plan Ahead
From tracking the status of your airport to showing you how to pack safely, the FAA has a host of resources to help travelers plan ahead. Remember, the FAA has a zero-tolerance policy against unruly airline passengers in the wake of recent, troubling incidents.
FAA Efforts to Keep Air Travel Safe, Smooth All Year Round
The FAA is committed to keeping travel safe and smooth. That's why we've taken several steps to achieve that.
Safety: It's our mission
The FAA is committed to getting you to your destination safely. Those efforts begin long before you board your plane.
Ending Serious Close Calls
The FAA and the aviation community are pursuing a goal of zero serious close calls.
Laser Safety
Pointed to the sky, lasers are a serious threat. Find out what the FAA is doing to address the dangers posed by lasers.
Investigating Unruly Passenger Incidents
The FAA has a zero-tolerance policy on unruly passenger behavior, but incidents are steadily rising.
Know Before You Fly
Check airport status and delays
PackSafe for Passengers
Flying with Children
