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‘Took us 96 hours to reach India,’ Flyer on how US flight disruptions threatening summer travel plans

01/07/2023 02:56 PM | Click to read full article

Widespread delays at US airports due to thunderstorms have raised concerns for the upcoming July 4 holiday. The surge in passenger numbers has posed a significant challenge for airlines. One passenger experienced a 96-hour journey from Charlotte to India due to delays and seat booking issues. The summer travel season is considered a "stress test" for airlines, with United Airlines blaming FAA staffing issues for exacerbating the situation.

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