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Tall ships in Boston Harbor causing delays at Logan Airport
CBS News • • general
Key Points:
- Sail Boston 2026's Parade of Sail in Boston Harbor has caused significant flight delays and cancellations at Logan Airport, with around 340 flights delayed and 18 canceled as of Saturday evening.
- The parade, featuring over 60 tall ships from about 20 countries, began at 9 a.m. and is led by the U.S.S. Constitution, passing under flight paths and expected to conclude around 3 p.m.
- Tall ship masts interfere with Logan's landing paths, forcing air traffic control to use a different landing configuration that reduces the number of planes handled per hour.
- In addition to parade-related issues, Logan Airport is experiencing a problem with its external fuel supply system, prompting requests for incoming planes to carry extra fuel, though the airport remains fully operational.
- The duration of the parade's impact on flight operations remains uncertain, with Massport monitoring the situation closely.
