Winter's Wrath: Airlines and Airports Brace for Stormy Days Ahead

A wintry mix of rain, freezing rain, sleet, and snow is heading toward North Texas, and airlines are taking notice.

American Airlines Issues Travel Alert

Travel Alert Issued: American Airlines has already issued a travel alert, allowing passengers to reschedule their flights without any change fees.
Expecting Disruptions: This is a clear sign that the airline expects some disruptions to their usual schedule.

No Changes Yet: Southwest Airlines is also keeping a close eye on the situation. They haven't made any changes to their schedule yet.
Ready to Issue Advisories: They're ready to issue travel advisories as soon as they have a clearer picture of which airports will be most affected.

Advisories Issued: Delta and United Airlines have also issued advisories for airports in the region, including Dallas Love Field and DFW.
Rebooking Without Fees: They're allowing customers to rebook flights without fees, just like American Airlines.
No Flights Canceled Yet: But so far, no flights have been canceled.

Chaos Last Year: The air travel industry is no stranger to winter storms. Just last year, a similar storm caused chaos in the region, with over 1,800 flights canceled at one point.
Hoping to Avoid Repeat: Airlines and airports are hoping to avoid a repeat of that situation.

Monitoring Weather: DFW International Airport is monitoring the weather conditions closely.
Working with NWS: They're working with the National Weather Service to track the forecast and assess any potential impacts.
Equipment Ready: They have a lot of equipment at their disposal, including snowplow sweepers and trump trucks, ready to tackle any weather that comes their way.

Monitoring Temperatures: Dallas Love Field is also preparing for the storm. They're monitoring temperatures and pretreating surfaces as needed.
Staff on-Site: They have staff on-site around the clock to oversee tasks and reassigned resources as needed.
Advice for Travelers: They're advising travelers to:
Arrive at least two hours before their scheduled departure time.
Check directly with airlines to verify flight statuses.
Monitor their website and social media pages for updates.

Expected Arrival: The storm is expected to start moving into the region on Thursday evening.
Temperatures Falling: Temperatures will fall steadily throughout the next day.
Be Prepared: It's a good reminder that winter weather can be unpredictable, and it's always a good idea to be prepared.