Departure Delays
Delays affecting outbound flights from an airport, measured as additional time beyond scheduled departure.
Departure delays occur when flights are leaving later than scheduled from an airport. The FAA reports departure delays when outgoing flights are experiencing an average delay of 15 minutes or more. These delays can result from weather conditions, congestion on taxiways or runways, ground delay programs affecting destinations, or operational issues at the departure airport. Departure delays directly impact when you'll arrive at your destination.
- Weather conditions at departure airport
- Ground Delay Programs for destination airports
- Runway or taxiway congestion
- Aircraft maintenance issues
- Crew scheduling problems
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my departure delayed if the weather looks fine?
Departure delays can be caused by conditions at your destination airport, not just your departure airport. Ground Delay Programs and weather at the arrival airport commonly cause departure delays.
Should I still arrive at the airport on time if there are departure delays?
Yes, always arrive at the airport on time. Delay situations can change quickly, and you need to complete security and check-in regardless of flight delays.
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