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Wildfires in Los Angeles Disrupt Flights with Major Delays and Dangerous Landings

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Wildfires in Los Angeles Disrupt Flights with Major Delays and Dangerous Landings

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  • Los Angeles is currently experiencing severe wildfires that are impacting air travel due to strong winds.
  • Santa Ana winds are causing gusts up to 90 mph, leading to flight delays and cancellations.
  • Major airlines including American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta have waived change fees for impacted passengers.
  • At Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), about 18% of flights were delayed, while Hollywood Burbank had a cancellation rate of 18% on Wednesday.
  • During the chaos, aviation efforts are also focused on fighting the wildfires, with multiple aircraft in use for firefighting operations.

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