Airlines

Airlines With the Most Delays This Year, According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics

Here is the list of on-time percentages for all ten major airlines from July 2021 to July 2022.

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Here is the list of on-time percentages for all ten major airlines from July 2021 to July 2022.

1.Alaska Airlines: According to the data, Alaska Carriers had the lowest on-time rate of any of the major ten airlines, beginning on time only 78.1% from July 2021 to July 2022.

2.Allegiant Air: Based on data, Allegiant Air had the lowest on-time rate of any of the major 10 airlines, arriving on time only 61.96% from July 2021 to July 2022. Allegiant’s delays and cancellations were caused by an airline delay 8.45% of the time and a canceled or diverted flight 4.34% of the time.

3.American Airlines: From July 2021 to July 2022, American Carriers had the lowest on-time rate of any of the major ten airlines, arriving on time 76.39%.

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4.Delta Air Lines: It has the highest on-time percentage of any of the top ten airlines, arriving on time only 83.32% between July 2021 and July 2022.

5.Frontier Airlines: According to data, It has the lowest on-time percentage of any of the major ten airlines, arriving on time only 69.27% from July 2021 to July 2022.

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6.Hawaiian Airlines: It had the greatest on-time percentage among major US airlines, with 85.43%. Only 0.83 percent of Hawaiian Airlines flights were canceled or diverted.

7. JetBlue: During the same time period, JetBlue recorded an on-time percentage of 65.57%. In all, an air carrier delay was responsible for 13.47% of JetBlue’s problems. A JetBlue representative cited the carrier’s frequent flights in the “congested weather-prone northeast corridor,” which they said causes delays.

8.Southwest Airlines: It has the lowest on-time percentage of any of the main ten airlines, arriving on time only 72.68% from July 2021 to July 2022.

9.Spirit Airlines: According to data, Spirit Carriers has the lowest on-time rate of any of the main ten airlines, arriving on time only 71.83% from July 2021 to July 2022.

10.United Airlines: Airlines in the United States experienced a chaotic year, with almost 22% of all flights experiencing delays or cancellations, with certain airlines experiencing even greater problems. From July 2021 to July 2022, the ten major US airlines had an on-time rate of 77.13%.

Airlines

Sanctions & Engine Issues Ground Half of Russia’s A320neo fleet

Russia’s aviation sector, already strained by Western sanctions, faces another setback as nearly half of its Airbus A320neo family aircraft are grounded due to unresolved engine issues.

This development highlights the growing challenges for russia commercial aircraft in maintaining their fleets under the weight of global restrictions and limited access to spare parts.

Out of the 66 Airbus A320neo and A321neo jets in Russia, 34 are now out of service, according to the Kommersant business newspaper. These planes are powered by engines manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation.

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The engines are affected by a previously identified defect in the metal used for certain parts, prompting accelerated inspections and maintenance.

Sanctions have compounded the issue, blocking the supply of essential components from major manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. Without proper maintenance, experts warn that these aircraft may face decommissioning as early as 2026.

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Airlines like S7, which operates a significant portion of these grounded jets, plan to conserve the engines for future use during peak travel seasons. However, reports suggest that over 20 of S7’s Airbus planes have engines that have already reached the end of their operational lifespan. Recently, russia seeks assistance from kazakhstan’s airlines to bolster its domestic flights.

While some A320neo and A321neo planes in Russia are equipped with French-made LEAP engines, which are seen as less problematic, the challenges remain daunting.

The situation underscores the long-term impact of sanctions on Russia’s aviation sector and the increasing difficulties in keeping its modern fleets operational.