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Yahoo
04-07-2025
- Yahoo
This Is the Worst U.S. Airport for Flight Safety, New Study Finds
Salt Lake City International Airport has earned a new title, and it's not one travelers will celebrate. According to a recent flight safety study, the Utah hub ranks as the most incident-prone airport in the country, with a risk score of 95 out of 100. The report, released by Good Guys Injury Law, analyzed data from federal transportation records and aviation incident databases to determine which of America's busiest airports pose the greatest risks. It evaluated five key indicators: accidents per million passengers, fatal crashes, wildlife strikes, weather risks, and elevation challenges. Salt Lake City topped the list with a troubling combination of high elevation, over 4,200 feet above sea level, and a record 11 fatal crashes, the most of any U.S. airport in the study. Its 2,903 wildlife strikes and 25 departure accidents highlight additional dangers during takeoff phases, likely exacerbated by its mountainous setting. Related: 7 Hospitalized at Busy American Airlines Hub, Flight Canceled Nashville Metropolitan Airport followed closely with a safety risk rating of 93, fueled by seven fatal crashes and a notable number of arrival accidents. Philadelphia International came in third, plagued by 2,430 wildlife strikes annually, which is among the highest in the country. LaGuardia and Tampa rounded out the top five. While LaGuardia recorded 63 total accidents and nearly 2,000 wildlife strikes, Tampa's ranking was driven by Florida's storm risks and severe weather patterns, giving it one of the highest weather-related safety scores. Detroit, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Newark also appeared in the top 10, each with their own distinct challenges, from icy conditions to bird migration routes and high-volume operations. 'High-altitude airports like Salt Lake City face operational challenges from both elevation and regional wildlife activity,' the report noted. 'Meanwhile, coastal hubs battle different risk factors like storms or bird corridors.' Despite the concerning stats, it's important to note that none of these airports are inherently unsafe for commercial passengers. The report's goal is to highlight environmental and operational factors that influence risk—not to discourage travel, but to inform it. With more than 2.9 million people flying daily across the U.S., flight safety is an ever-evolving equation of engineering, nature, and human oversight. And while most travelers never notice, the data suggests some airports face a tougher battle than others. Related: Major U.S. Airport Cancels Nearly 400 Flights Amid Busy July 4th Travel This Is the Worst U.S. Airport for Flight Safety, New Study Finds first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 1, 2025
Daily Mail
01-07-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mail
Travel chaos as multiple airports ground all flights for second day
Flights at several major US airports have been grounded in preparation for severe thunderstorms set to batter the East Coast. Newark Liberty Airport, Philadelphia International Airport, La Guardia and Washington Dulles International Airport have grounded flights until 5pm ET. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport put a ground stop until 4:30pm, and Baltimore/Washington International Airport will be at a standstill until 5:15pm. The agency forecasts up to 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail in some parts of the East Coast. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) noted that there is up to a 60 percent chance the ground stops could be extended at certain airports. The ground stops have also sparked flight delays, with travelers at Newark Liberty Airport facing more than three-hour wait times. The announcement comes about 24 hours after similar alerts were issued at the same airports, which saw thousands of flights canceled.
Daily Mail
01-07-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS MORE travel chaos as multiple major airports across eastern US ground all flights for second day
Flights at several major US airports have been grounded in preparation for severe thunderstorms set to batter the East Coast. Newark Liberty Airport, Philadelphia International Airport, La Guardia and Washington Dulles International Airport have grounded flights until 5pm ET, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport put a ground stop until 4:30pm, and Baltimore/Washington International Airport will be at a standstill until 5:15pm. The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for these areas until 9pm ET, warning locals to expect heavy rains and strong winds. This is a developing story... More updates to come
