Delays with flights also remain on an incline from 2021. During the first half of 2022, 20% of flights underwent delays. Although during last year’s first half, only 13.1% incurred delays.
Needless to say, these sorts of holdups pose serious issues for travelers. Some have found themselves stranded in airports for 24 hours at a time. Others missed connecting flights and scheduled events they planned to attend.
What’s causing all these issues with flights?
Amid the rise of travel disruptions, Americans continue to wonder about the underlying causes. Thus far, pilot shortages remain cited as a major reason, along with inclement weather and airlines simply scheduling flights they know they lack the capacity to fulfill.
To make matters worse, the prices of flight tickets are on an increase. Therefore, this creates a situation where travelers are spending more money, yet receiving increasingly inadequate service.
Naturally, this doesn’t sit well with the general public at all. More people are calling for airlines to do better and face punitive measures if real improvements don’t begin to materialize.
