Flight delays are frustrating but very common. On average, around 13–15% of flights arrive later than their scheduled time. Delays can happen for many reasons. Sometimes a plane arrives late from an earlier flight and that pushes everything back. Weather like storms or heavy fog can slow take-offs and landings. Air traffic control and busy airports can create congestion in the skies. Technical checks or crew scheduling rules also play a role. While airlines and airports work to keep things movin