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Airlines cancel flights, but airports stay open

Airlines are, understandably, canceling thousands of flights due to snowy, icy, sleety and dangerous weather conditions around the country right now.

But even with few or no commercial flights arriving or departing, airports do their best to stay open and opeartional. That means crews are working around the clock to keep runways cleared and open.

Some examples shared today.

ALERT: Airlines have canceled all flights at the airport today. Check with your airline for confirmation and rebooking options. Please stay home and off the icy roads. https://t.co/pAxOy2PtzS pic.twitter.com/FzP8txOhuU
— Reagan Airport (@Reagan_Airport) January 25, 2026

Our crews have been on the airfield all night keeping runways clear, and we’ll continue this work throughout the day as flights continue to depart and arrive.

If you’re traveling, check directly with your airline for the most up-to-date information on delays or cancellations. pic.twitter.com/4xjaY2vwro
— Pittsburgh International Airport (@PITairport) January 25, 2026

Here's a look at snow clearing operations on the apron at Terminal 1.

Our teams use front-end loaders to load large volumes of snow into inground and portable snow melters. This process enables us to keep critical apron surfaces cleared of snow to support airport operations. pic.twitter.com/gTX0WM4aZX
— Toronto Pearson (@TorontoPearson) January 25, 2026

BNA® is open and working around the clock. Ice remains our greatest challenge, and we are in a constant state of resupply with orders of deicing fluid, salt and other materials. Friction tests are ongoing, and safety remains our top priority. More info: https://t.co/9V5ilVCUsv. pic.twitter.com/esquxyKJQ7
— Fly Nashville (@Fly_Nashville) January 25, 2026