Travelers planning to fly via Philadelphia International Airport faced unexpected delays and disruptions after a power outage struck Terminal D early Saturday morning. The incident swiftly reshaped the travel plans of those booked on flights with United, Delta, JetBlue, Air Canada, and Alaska Air. The airport promptly advised passengers on social media to verify their flight status with their respective airlines before attempting to commence their journeys, as reported by NBC Philadelphia. Despite troubleshooting efforts, the cause remained shrouded in mystery and there was no immediate time frame for restoration.
Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Department of Aviation and the airport’s spokesperson, Heather Redfern, relayed to CBS News Philadelphia that only a few Delta arrivals and departures were delayed and that there were no cancellations directly tied to the outage. However, FlightAware data indicated 12 flights experiencing delays and one cancellation affecting a Piedmont flight bound for Watertown International Airport, though this was not departing from Terminal D. Redfern did reiterate that it was still unclear as to when exactly power would be fully restored and the investigation into the outage was ongoing.
With the majority of the Philadelphia International Airport operating under normal conditions, passengers in other terminals proceeded with their travel plans unhindered. The specific conflict impacting Terminal D did not seem to directly affect terminals hosting other carriers. The airport reassured the public that all measures are being taken to promptly resolve the issue, as disclosed by 6abc. Travelers affected by this disruption were urged to stay in contact with their airlines for up-to-date information regarding their flights.
The airport’s handling of the situation was reflected on the official X account, cautioning all passengers heading to or from Philadelphia International Airport to stay vigilant of the changes and to check current flight statuses. This measured communication intended to minimize further travel disruptions and to allow passengers to quickly adapt to rapidly changing circumstances. As the investigation carries on, the airport’s operations outside Terminal D remain to operate smoothly, ensuring that the power outage’s impact is as contained as possible.
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