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Travelers Urged to Build Buffer Against Flight Disruptions

By Drooid · Sep 24, 2026, 4:03 PM UTC · How we work

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Passengers have faced disruptions from storms, a British ATC failure, a Miami cargo crash, and Europe’s Entry/Exit System.
Steve Glenn, founder of Executive Travel, says rapid industry growth and more travelers create friction.
Diana Hechler, owner of D. Tours Travel, advises padding itineraries, early departures, and nonstop flights.
She likens defensive flight booking to defensive driving to reduce travel pain points.

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Story summary

Passengers have faced disruptions from storms, a British ATC failure, a Miami cargo crash, and Europe’s Entry/Exit System.
Steve Glenn, founder of Executive Travel, says rapid industry growth and more travelers create friction.
Diana Hechler, owner of D. Tours Travel, advises padding itineraries, early departures, and nonstop flights.
She likens defensive flight booking to defensive driving to reduce travel pain points.