News / Delta Cargo flights hit by power outage at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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Cargo through Atlanta could experience some delays following the cancellation of more than 1,000 flights due to a power outage at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International.

Delta Cargo has embargoed all international services until midnight tonight, while domestic cargo is stopped until midnight tomorrow. The carrier reported 540 flights had been cancelled, with a further 47 diverted.

In a statement, the carrier said: “Due to a power outage at the Atlanta airport, some shipments with origin/destination/transfer Atlanta will be impacted and significant delays are expected.

“Delta Cargo ...