Archive · 14 Aug 2025
Airlines Issue Travel Waivers Amid Tropical Storm Erin's Shifting Path
Tropical Storm Erin is expected to miss the US East Coast, but airlines are still preparing for potential travel problems.
Delta, Southwest, and JetBlue are letting passengers change their flights without extra fees.
While the storm has changed its path, it could still cause rain and wind that might delay or cancel flights.
Airlines are advising travelers to check for updates and be ready to adjust their plans.
Delta, Southwest, and JetBlue have issued travel waivers due to Tropical Storm Erin.
The storm's projected path has shifted, now curving north of the Leeward Islands.
Heavy rain, strong winds, and coastal impacts could still disrupt travel on the East Coast.
Southwest offers free rebooking for flights from major East Coast airports.
Delta offers travel waivers for nine Northeast and Midwest airports, including JFK and LGA.
- Who
- Delta, Southwest, and JetBlue are offering waivers.
- What
- Major US airlines issued travel waivers due to Tropical Storm Erin.
- When
- Passengers scheduled to fly this week are affected.
- Where
- East Coast of the US; specific airports include JFK, LGA, PHL, and IAD.
- Why
- To limit travel chaos due to potential weather impacts from Tropical Storm Erin.
Travelers
Airlines
Flight Disruptions
Travelers
Concern about potential for flight delays and cancellations.
Airlines
Flexibility to rebook flights without penalty.
- Storm Name
- Erin
- Airlines Offering Waivers
- Delta, Southwest, JetBlue
- Affected Airports
- JFK, LGA, PHL, IAD and others
- Waiver Purpose
- To mitigate travel disruptions due to storm
- Rebooking Window
- Up to August 16 for some airlines
