China Express Cancels 39 New Flights Across Key Domestic Routes in China, Affecting Travelers from Zhaotong, Xuzhou, Tongren, Beihai, Changzhou, Liuzhou, and Wenzhou

Chongqing, China — Passengers booking flights through China Express Airlines (HXA) found their travel plans upended this week when 40 flights were cancelled across China’s domestic network. The ripple effect hit regional airports and left travellers stranded, re‑booking, and hoping for clear updates from airline and civil aviation authorities.

Here is the full list of cancelled departures, displayed with numbered entries for clarity:

No.	Flight	Aircraft Type	Origin	Destination	Scheduled Departure Time
1	HXA2807	A320	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Xuzhou (XUZ)	Mon 06:30 AM CST
2	HXA4661	CRJ9	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Tongren Daxing (TEN)	Mon 07:15 AM CST
3	HXA4603	CRJ9	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Zhaotong (ZAT)	Mon 08:20 AM CST
4	HXA4459	CRJ9	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Jiuquan (JGN)	Mon 08:40 AM CST
5	HXA4661	CRJ9	Tongren Daxing (TEN)	Beihai (BHY)	Mon 09:15 AM CST
6	HXA2808	A320	Xuzhou (XUZ)	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Mon 09:45 AM CST
7	HXA4603	CRJ9	Zhaotong (ZAT)	Xishuangbanna Gasa (JHG)	Mon 10:10 AM CST
8	HXA4585	CRJ9	Shihezi Huayuan (SHF)	Yining (YIN)	Mon 10:30 AM CST
9	HXA2787	CRJ9	Shihezi Huayuan (SHF)	Altay (AAT)	Mon 10:40 AM CST
10	HXA4662	CRJ9	Beihai (BHY)	Tongren Daxing (TEN)	Mon 11:25 AM CST
11	HXA4604	CRJ9	Xishuangbanna Gasa (JHG)	Zhaotong (ZAT)	Mon 12:10 PM CST
12	HXA4586	CRJ9	Yining (YIN)	Shihezi Huayuan (SHF)	Mon 12:15 PM CST
13	HXA4647	CRJ9	Alaer Talimu (ACF)	Tumxuk Tangwangcheng (TWC)	Mon 12:20 PM CST
14	HXA4557	CRJ9	Dunhuang (DNH)	Hami (HMI)	Mon 01:30 PM CST
15	HXA4662	CRJ9	Tongren Daxing (TEN)	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Mon 01:35 PM CST
16	HXA4648	CRJ9	Tumxuk Tangwangcheng (TWC)	Alaer Talimu (ACF)	Mon 01:40 PM CST
17	HXA4604	CRJ9	Zhaotong (ZAT)	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Mon 02:00 PM CST
18	HXA4785	CRJ9	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Zunyi Maotai Airport (WMT)	Mon 03:49 PM CST
19	HXA4859	A320	Ganzhou Huangjin (KOW)	Changzhou Benniu (CZX)	Mon 04:25 PM CST
20	HXA4785	CRJ9	Zunyi Maotai Airport (WMT)	Zhanjiang (ZHA)	Mon 05:25 PM CST
21	HXA4860	A320	Changzhou Benniu (CZX)	Ganzhou Huangjin (KOW)	Mon 06:55 PM CST
22	HXA4558	CRJ9	Hami (HMI)	Dunhuang (DNH)	Mon 07:17 PM CST
23	HXA4786	CRJ9	Zhanjiang (ZHA)	Zunyi Maotai Airport (WMT)	Mon 07:40 PM CST
24	HXA4470	CRJ9	Yining (YIN)	Kuqa (KCA)	Mon 08:26 PM CST
25	HXA4460	CRJ9	Dunhuang (DNH)	Jiuquan (JGN)	Mon 08:42 PM CST
26	HXA4470	CRJ9	Kuqa (KCA)	Hotan (HTN)	Mon 09:50 PM CST
27	HXA4786	CRJ9	Zunyi Maotai Airport (WMT)	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Mon 09:58 PM CST
28	HXA4460	CRJ9	Jiuquan (JGN)	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Mon 10:10 PM CST
29	HXA4022	CRJ9	Hotan (HTN)	Aksu (AKU)	Mon 11:55 PM CST
30	HXA4769	CRJ9	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Liuzhou (LZH)	Tue 06:45 AM CST
31	HXA4769	CRJ9	Liuzhou (LZH)	Qionghai Bo’ao Airport (BAR)	Tue 09:05 AM CST
32	HXA4770	CRJ9	Qionghai Bo’ao Airport (BAR)	Liuzhou (LZH)	Tue 11:15 AM CST
33	HXA4770	CRJ9	Liuzhou (LZH)	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Tue 01:15 PM CST
34	HXA4487	CRJ9	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Shiyan Wudangshan (WDS)	Tue 03:05 PM CST
35	HXA4487	CRJ9	Shiyan Wudangshan (WDS)	Wenzhou Int’l (WNZ)	Tue 05:00 PM CST
36	HXA4509	A320	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Huangyan Luqiao (HYN)	Tue 06:40 PM CST
37	HXA4488	CRJ9	Wenzhou Int’l (WNZ)	Shiyan Wudangshan (WDS)	Tue 08:05 PM CST
38	HXA4510	A320	Huangyan Luqiao (HYN)	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Tue 09:55 PM CST
39	HXA4488	CRJ9	Shiyan Wudangshan (WDS)	Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG)	Tue 11:30 PM CST

Geo‑tag: 29.5628° N, 106.5424° E (Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport, Chongqing, People’s Republic of China)

The cancellations come amid tighter operational oversight by the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), which states that airlines must provide timely updates and assistance for passengers when schedules are altered or flights cancelled. The regulator’s guidelines emphasise that travellers affected by cancellations should be offered re‑booking or refunds under domestic flight conditions.

China Express, a regional carrier based in Chongqing, has cited fleet maintenance and crew scheduling adjustments as contributing factors to the cancellation wave. While the company has not publicly released a detailed explanation, industry observers say that the pattern reflects the complexities of operating multiple regional routes across China’s vast geography—including to smaller airports like Tumxuk, Altay, and Xishuangbanna, listed in the table above.

Passengers affected told similar stories of frustration. One traveller, who had booked a regional connection out of Chongqing, described arriving at the gate only to learn the departure was cancelled. “I had planned a short trip and now I’m checking apps, waiting for updates, and unsure when we’ll depart,” they told airport staff. The disruption is not just a travel inconvenience—it’s a disruption of holiday plans, business meetings, and personal time.

Local authorities in Chongqing have indicated they are coordinating with airline and airport teams to assist stranded passengers—including temporary accommodations for those whose connections were missed and rerouting through alternate hubs. The CAAC guidelines require airlines to support passengers with re‑routing or full refunds in cases of cancellations without fault of the traveller. 

From an economic standpoint, the cancellations ripple across supply chains. Many of the routes affected involve smaller inland airports that rely on consistent flight connectivity for tourism, regional commerce and mobility. Hotels, ground‑transport services and local employees feel the disruption as cancellations reduce arrival volumes suddenly. For China Express this may mean adjusting crew rotations, redistributing aircraft and negotiating with airports over slots and maintenance schedules.

In the coming days, travellers to or from Chongqing or associated routes served by China Express should expect potentially altered schedules, longer waiting periods and custom support from the airline. The key steps are to verify flight status ahead of time, remain flexible, and allow extra buffer when planning transfer connections.

In closing, while the number‑heavy cancellation list may look like airline‑glide‑path data, behind every cancelled flight is a traveller facing uncertainty: a business person missing a meeting, a family waiting to begin a holiday, or a student trying to return home. The airline, the airports, and the regulators are working to stabilise the situation—but for now, it’s the people impacted who feel the ripples.

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Travel Turmoil in the US: Newark Liberty International Airport Faces 40 New Flight Cancellations Amid Ongoing Air Traffic Controller Shortages, Impacting Flights from Sangster, Los Angeles, Kansas and Toronto

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, New Jersey, USA has been facing significant disruptions over the past few days. A total of 41 flights have been cancelled, impacting both domestic and international arrivals. These cancellations stem from a combination of factors including air traffic control shortages, ongoing runway construction, and technical issues with air traffic systems.

These disruptions highlight the vulnerability of the airport’s infrastructure and its reliance on air traffic controllers to manage a high volume of flights. Passengers have been urged to check with airlines for flight status updates, as further cancellations and delays are expected.

Below is a detailed list of the recent flight cancellations to Newark Liberty International Airport:

No.	Flight	Aircraft Type	Origin	Scheduled Arrival
1	VOI820	A20N	Lic. Benito Juarez Int’l (MEX)	Tue 04:30 AM CST
2	UAL1206	B739	Sangster Int’l (MBJ)	Mon 07:34 PM EST
3	UAL1628	B39M	Sangster Int’l (MBJ)	Mon 05:23 PM EST
4	NKS525	A21N	Los Angeles Intl (KLAX)	Mon 10:50 AM PST
5	UAL2266	B39M	Savannah/Hilton Head Intl (KSAV)	Mon 08:30 AM EST
6	VOI820	A320	Lic. Benito Juarez Int’l (MEX)	Mon 04:30 AM CST
7	NKS529	A21N	Charleston Intl/AFB (KCHS)	Sun 08:13 PM EST
8	RPA3417	E75L	Nashville Intl (KBNA)	Sun 10:42 PM CST
9	GJS4560	CRJ7	Reagan National (KDCA)	Sun 04:49 PM EST
10	NKS603	A21N	Chicago O’Hare Intl (KORD)	Sun 04:40 PM CST
11	GJS4179	CRJ7	Asheville Rgnl (KAVL)	Sun 06:28 PM EST
12	GJS4174	CRJ7	Reagan National (KDCA)	Sun 09:45 PM EST
13	RPA3424	E170	St Louis Lambert Intl (KSTL)	Sun 08:29 PM CST
14	UAL1929	B737	Cleveland-Hopkins Intl (KCLE)	Sun 09:15 PM EST
15	RPA3510	E75L	Milwaukee Mitchell Intl (KMKE)	Sun 08:06 PM CST
16	RPA3455	E75L	Sarasota/Bradenton Intl (KSRQ)	Sun 08:59 PM EST
17	GJS4398	CRJ7	Buffalo Niagara Intl (KBUF)	Sun 08:59 PM EST
18	GJS4419	CRJ7	Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Intl (KCVG)	Sun 08:50 PM EST
19	UAL1393	B39M	Tampa Intl (KTPA)	Sun 06:56 PM EST
20	RPA3552	E170	Kansas City Intl (KMCI)	Sun 07:43 PM CST
21	RPA3420	E75L	Detroit Metro Wayne Co (KDTW)	Sun 08:39 PM EST
22	UAL1821	A319	Raleigh-Durham Intl (KRDU)	Sun 08:35 PM EST
23	RPA3564	E75L	Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)	Sun 08:34 PM EST
24	GJS4610	CRJ7	Norfolk Intl (KORF)	Sun 08:29 PM EST
25	RPA3587	E170	John Glenn Columbus Intl (KCMH)	Sun 08:29 PM EST
26	UAL2096	B752	Los Angeles Intl (KLAX)	Sun 01:20 PM PST
27	RPA3672	E170	Richmond Intl (KRIC)	Sun 08:07 PM EST
28	UAL509	B764	Leonardo da Vinci Int’l (FCO)	Sun 10:55 PM CET
29	GJS4486	CRJ7	Pittsburgh Intl (KPIT)	Sun 08:00 PM EST
30	RPA3419	E170	Memphis Intl (KMEM)	Sun 06:59 PM CST
31	NKS478	A20N	Harry Reid Intl (KLAS)	Sun 02:04 PM PST
32	GJS4180	CRJ7	Reagan National (KDCA)	Sun 07:45 PM EST
33	RPA3691	E75L	Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Int’l (CYOW)	Sun 07:38 PM EST
34	UAL1206	B739	Sangster Int’l (MBJ)	Sun 07:34 PM EST
35	JZA8882	CRJ9	Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)	Sun 07:38 PM EST
36	RPA3519	E170	Nashville Intl (KBNA)	Sun 06:23 PM CST
37	POE2137	DH8D	Toronto City Centre (CYTZ)	Sun 04:30 PM EST
38	RPA3538	E170	Quebec/Jean Lesage Int’l (CYQB)	Sun 07:06 PM EST
39	POE2407	DH8D	Montreal-Trudeau (CYUL)	Sun 06:50 PM EST
40	RPA3654	E170	Norfolk Intl (KORF)	Sun 06:59 PM EST

The disruptions at Newark have been primarily caused by air traffic controller shortages, an ongoing issue that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been working to address. The FAA reported that there is a shortage of around 3,500 air traffic controllers, which has put extra pressure on airports like Newark, where air traffic is particularly heavy. To help manage congestion and maintain safety, the FAA has implemented flight caps at high-traffic airports, including Newark.

In addition to staffing shortages, Newark is in the midst of a significant runway rehabilitation project. The repair work on Runway 4L-22R was essential to accommodate modern, larger aircraft, but the temporary closure of the runway has reduced Newark’s capacity for handling flights. While the project was completed ahead of schedule, these operational restrictions continue to impact flight schedules.

Furthermore, technical failures have contributed to the disruptions. A major telecommunications failure at the Philadelphia TRACON facility, which handles Newark’s airspace, led to a ground stop for nearly 45 minutes, delaying several flights. Such incidents, while uncommon, can have a serious impact on the flow of air traffic.

Passengers flying in and out of Newark are being urged to check their flight status regularly and to allow additional time for possible delays. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ), which operates Newark Liberty International, has reassured passengers that they are working to restore normal operations, but it is advised that travelers consider alternative airports if possible.

Despite these ongoing challenges, the Port Authority has committed to addressing the situation with both immediate and long-term measures. These include investing in modernized air traffic technology, recruitment of additional controllers, and infrastructure upgrades. However, travelers should expect delays to continue for the foreseeable future.

If you are flying through Newark in the coming days, here are some tips:

• Confirm your flight status ahead of time,
• Be prepared for possible delays and rerouting,
• Stay informed about alternative routes or re-routes offered by airlines.

While Newark Liberty International Airport is working hard to minimize disruptions, these events highlight the human side of the travel experience. Passengers who are trying to reach family, business appointments, or simply take a much-needed vacation are the ones most affected. Patience, flexibility, and staying informed will help make the travel process smoother as Newark works to get back on track.

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SpiceJet Cancels 12 New Flights, Impacting Key Domestic and International Routes Across India, Including Delhi, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Varanasi,Bengaluru and More: All You Need to Know

Many travelers were disappointed on a busy travel morning, especially those coming from Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Mumbai. Last-minute flight cancellations by SpiceJet caused major disruptions in weekend travel plans for passengers—some were on their way to board and others were changing their plans just before boarding.

Here is the fully humanised list of affected flights by SpiceJet:

Ident	Type	Origin	Destination	Scheduled Departure Time
SEJ2939	DH8D	Indira Gandhi Int’l (DEL / VIDP)	Gaggal (Kangra) (DHM / VIGG)	Sat 10:55 AM IST
SEJ874	B738	Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Int’l (Ahmedabad) (AMD / VAAH)	Patna (Lok Nayak Jaya Prakash Narayan) (PAT / VEPT)	Sat 11:50 AM IST
SEJ443	B738	Chatrapati Shivaji Int’l (BOM / VABB)	Ayodhya Int’l Airport (AYJ / VEAY)	Sat 12:35 PM IST
SEJ2940	DH8D	Gaggal (Kangra) (DHM / VIGG)	Indira Gandhi Int’l (DEL / VIDP)	Sat 01:00 PM IST
SEJ329	B738	Chatrapati Shivaji Int’l (BOM / VABB)	Varanasi (VNS / VEBN)	Sat 03:05 PM IST
SEJ875	B738	Patna (PAT / VEPT)	Rajiv Gandhi Int’l (HYD / VOHS)	Sat 03:10 PM IST
SEJ876	B738	Rajiv Gandhi Int’l (HYD / VOHS)	Patna (PAT / VEPT)	Sat 06:05 PM IST
SEJ330	B738	Varanasi (VNS / VEBN)	Chatrapati Shivaji Int’l (BOM / VABB)	Sat 06:45 PM IST
SEJ877	B738	Patna (PAT / VEPT)	Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Int’l (Ahmedabad) (AMD / VAAH)	Sat 08:35 PM IST
SEJ555	B738	Chatrapati Shivaji Int’l (BOM / VABB)	Bengaluru Int’l (BLR / VOBL)	Sat 10:40 PM IST
SEJ293	B738	Ahmedabad (AMD / VAAH)	Chatrapati Shivaji Int’l (BOM / VABB)	Sat 11:50 PM IST
SEJ294	B738	Chatrapati Shivaji Int’l (BOM / VABB)	Ahmedabad (AMD / VAAH)	Sun 02:05 AM IST

What’s going on

Travel plans for many were thrown off this weekend when more than a dozen flights operated by SpiceJet were cancelled, affecting routes from key hubs across India. While the airline has not publicly detailed exactly why each flight was cancelled, recent data from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) gives broader context: for domestic carriers in June 2025, technical reasons accounted for 36.97 % of cancellations, operational issues for 24.98 % and weather‑related problems for 22.4 %. 

In addition, the DGCA’s report for 2024 noted that SpiceJet had the highest cancellation rate among major Indian airlines at 1.81 %. 

These figures hint that the cancellations this weekend may stem from recurring pressures on aircraft, crew, scheduling or maintenance — all highlighted in past regulatory oversight. For instance, the DGCA had placed SpiceJet under enhanced surveillance following flight cancellations and engineering concerns. 

Passenger rights and what you can do

Passengers whose flights are cancelled have rights under Indian aviation regulation. According to the DGCA’s Passenger Charter and CAR (Civil Aviation Requirements) Section 3 — Series M — in case of cancellation, the airline must provide either an alternate flight or a full refund of the ticket. They must also provide meals/refreshments and hotel accommodation (with transfer) if the delay or disruption demands it. 

Specifically, if your flight is cancelled or delayed significantly:

• You should be given the option of a refund or re‑booking at no extra cost. 
• Compensation and assistance (meals, hotels) must be provided if you have checked‑in and then are affected by the cancellation. 
• For a cancellation or delay outside of “extraordinary circumstances” (which the airline cannot control), the obligations apply fully. 

If you’re among those impacted by this list of cancelled flights, you’re advised to contact SpiceJet’s customer‑service, keep your boarding pass and booking documents, and check your options for refund or alternate flight.

The wider picture

When flights are cancelled across multiple origin‑destination pairs like this—Delhi to Kangra, Ahmedabad to Patna, Mumbai to Ayodhya, Patna to Hyderabad and more—it doesn’t just inconvenience a passenger or two. Families miss reunions, business travellers postpone meetings, hotel bookings get wasted, and ground transport and connecting flights ripple outwards. For airports and local economies dependent on smooth travel flows, even a handful of cancellations adds up.

In the case of this weekend’s disruption, it’s not just one route that’s affected—multiple hubs and destinations are caught in the spread. When you consider data showing that technical and operational issues account for a large share of cancellations, the strain on airline reliability becomes more visible. Meanwhile, the regulator’s scrutiny of airlines like SpiceJet underscores that this is not purely one‑off.

Final thought

If you were all set on your way this morning, boarding pass in hand and weekend plans ahead, only to find that your flight is cancelled—you’re not alone. It’s a messy part of air travel, but one that is avoidable if you stay alert: check your flight status, keep alternate plans in mind, and make sure you know your rights. For those caught in this weekend’s disruption from SpiceJet, you deserve clarity, service and the refund or free re‑routing that rules guarantee. Here’s hoping that despite the turbulence in travel plans, your next trip takes off smoothly and on time.

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