23 Apr 2018 | 02:22 PM UTC
US: Southwest flight disruptions April 22-24
Southwest flights disrupted April 22-24, potentially longer, due to engine inspections
Event
Flight disruptions are expected on Monday, April 23 - and potentially into the coming days - throughout the Southwest network as the airline carries out engine inspections. Some 40 flights were canceled on April 22 and another 132 have already been canceled for April 23-24.
Context
The airline has ordered inspections for some of its aircraft following the in-flight explosion of an engine on April 17. The accident resulted in one death. It is unclear how many planes will be checked.
Advice
Travelers are advised to confirm the status of their flights prior to departure for the airport and to contact Southwest for more information.
