Thanksgiving Travel Woes: Delays, Etiquette, and Record Numbers

Flights in and out of South Florida experienced massive delays and cancellations due to bad weather along the Eastern seaboard, causing significant air traffic control problems. Palm Beach International Airport saw unprecedented delays, including a 13-hour delay for an American Airlines flight to Washington, D.C. Passengers were initially told to retrieve their bags and return in the morning, but later informed that the bags would be kept on the plane overnight. Flight delays and cancellations were reported across the United States, prompting travelers to check with their airlines before heading to the airport.