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SFO Runway Work, FAA Restrictions Keep Flight Delays Ongoing
When the project began in March, SFO had estimated that about 15% of flights would be delayed.
September 4, 2026
San Francisco International Airport passengers are facing more delays than officials initially expected as crews continue a major runway repaving project.
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Airport officials say a Federal Aviation Administration restriction on side-by-side landings, combined with the six-month closure of Runway 1R, have led to delays for about 40% of flights.
When the project began in March, SFO had estimated that about 15% of flights would be delayed.
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