
Travelers at Phoenix's Sky Harbor Airport faced significant disruptions Tuesday morning due to the ongoing impact of winter storms affecting air travel across the country. According to the airport's website, there have been 41 flight cancellations and 28 delays as of 9:00 a.m., affecting airlines including American, Southwest, and United, 12News reported.
The challenges at the airport came in the wake of Winter Storm Enzo, with several eastern US airports closing down and nearly a dozen airports remaining closed as Tuesday morning progressed; this information was provided by the Federal Aviation Administration which has been actively updating travelers via their Twitter account. The storm's severity was so notable that it necessitated the relocation of Monday's presidential inauguration to an indoor venue, signifying the broader disruption caused by the inclement weather.
Looking at the national impact, the number of flight disruptions saw some improvement compared to the previous day. As reported by AZFamily, as early as 5 a.m. Tuesday morning, 19 flights at Sky Harbor were delayed, and there were six cancellations from Southwest. This was a slight reprieve from Monday when more than 9,500 flights were delayed and over 2,300 canceled nationwide due to the storms bringing snow, freezing rain, and frigid temperatures to parts of the country.
The weather outlook indicates another round of cold is due to hit the southern US on Tuesday, which could potentially further impact flight schedules; passengers planning to fly from Sky Harbor this week are therefore advised to check their flight statuses before heading to the airport. With the volatile weather conditions, the need for real-time updates and preparedness cannot be overstressed for those looking to travel in the coming days.