A botched software update caused widespread chaos for airlines, leading to flight cancellations, long delays, and frustrated travelers. The incident highlights the critical reliance on technology in modern travel and the need for robust security measures.
A software update glitch by CrowdStrike caused a widespread IT outage, impacting flights globally. Passengers faced delays and cancellations, leading to long queues and handwritten boarding passes. Travel insurance companies are offering coverage for flight delays and cancellations resulting from the outage.
A global Microsoft outage on July 20th caused widespread disruption to flight operations across India, with numerous delays, reschedulings, and cancellations. The issue stemmed from an antivirus program update affecting Microsoft’s Azure cloud platform, impacting airlines’ check-in systems and causing significant inconvenience for passengers. Airports resorted to manual boarding passes, highlighting the reliance on digital systems and the impact of such outages.
While a CloudStrike system update error has grounded nearly every flight in the US and caused widespread disruptions, Southwest Airlines is unaffected. The reason? They’re still running on Windows 3.1, a 32-year-old operating system. While other airlines grapple with scheduling chaos and service interruptions, Southwest continues operations smoothly, highlighting the unexpected benefit of their outdated technology.
Mumbai experienced heavy rainfall on July 12th, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing yellow and orange alerts for various regions in Maharashtra. The IMD forecasts moderate to heavy rain in Mumbai and suburbs, with the possibility of very heavy rainfall in isolated areas. The alerts extend to the Konkan region and Madhya Maharashtra, with warnings of heavy precipitation and potential flight delays.
Houston’s Bush and Hobby airports are expected to resume operations by 7 p.m. on July 8 after Hurricane Beryl passed through, but access remains challenging. Travelers are advised to check flight status and avoid unnecessary travel, as road conditions remain hazardous. Airlines are offering rebooking options for passengers affected by the storm.
Flight delays are a common occurrence, but passengers often aren’t aware of their rights to compensation and support. This article outlines what to expect if your flight is delayed, including entitlements to food, accommodation, and compensation, and offers practical tips for dealing with delays and ensuring you’re covered.
Heavy rainfall in Mumbai has caused widespread disruptions, leading to school closures, flight delays and cancellations, and transportation chaos. The city is bracing for more rain as the Indian Meteorological Department forecasts continued moderate to heavy rainfall.
Heavy rainfall in Mumbai led to significant disruptions in air and train services on Monday. IndiGo airlines announced delays and cancellations due to air traffic congestion, while the Central Railway faced service interruptions due to waterlogging on tracks. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast continued heavy rainfall in the region for the next few days.
United Airlines is introducing weather maps and personalized alerts to keep passengers informed about potential flight delays caused by weather. This initiative is part of the airline’s efforts to improve transparency and customer satisfaction, especially during busy travel periods like the Fourth of July weekend.
