Severe Weather Disrupts Chicago O’Hare: The FAA halted departures at ORD as delays climbed into the triple digits, with 281 departure delays and 424 arrival delays reported amid storms. Airport Cost Crunch in the Pacific: The Commonwealth Ports Authority approved a 15% jump in landing and rental fees at Saipan’s Francisco C. Ada/Saipan International Airport, while also cutting operating costs and adjusting airline incentives. Airlink Stadium Flyover Sparks Safety Debate: Viral clips showed Airlink jets flying extremely low over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium; the airline says the maneuver was rehearsed and approved within SACAA/ATNS limits. Small Plane Tragedy in Alaska: A Piper PA-24 crashed into Seldovia Slough, killing four adults including a former Bethel mayor and three California residents; the cause is under investigation. United Expands International Nonstops: United announced new nonstop service to 10 international destinations in 2027, including routes from Newark plus Okinawa from San Francisco. Air India Scrutiny Grows in India: A report says Air India and IndiGo’s crises are raising safety and regulatory concerns, including an incident involving an Air India flight that prompted pilot drug-testing orders. Sarajevo Eyes New Long-Haul Links: Sarajevo Airport entered talks with Air China and United to pursue nonstop service, starting with longer-term “dream projects.” Frontier Cuts O’Hare Routes: Frontier reduced scheduled flights from Chicago O’Hare by about 9% in September, removing multiple routes.