✈️ Flying When It’s Snowing: What Travelers Need to Know Before Takeoff
✈️ Flying When It’s Snowing: What Travelers Need to Know Before Takeoff Winter weather doesn’t have to derail your travel plans — but it can change how your trip unfolds. Snow, ice, and cold temperatures create unique challenges for airlines, airports, and travelers. Understanding what to expect and how to prepare can turn a stressful winter travel day into a smooth and confident journey. Here’s what every traveler should know when flying during snowy conditions: 1. Expect Delays — Even If It Isn’t Snowing Where You Are Winter storms affect the entire aviation system. Your plane may be coming from a city hit by snow long before it reaches you. Airlines may also adjust schedules to keep aircraft and crews safe. What to watch for: “Crew time-out” delays The aircraft arriving late from another airport Gate changes as airlines reshuffle planes Longer taxi times after landing 2. De-Icing Is Normal — and It’s a Good Thing Before takeoff, your aircraft may head to a de-icing pad t...