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Why do drivers in Atlanta back into parking spaces?

Backing into a parking space makes it easier to leave busy events and if something goes awry, Kristal says.

Culture

👋🏽 Kristal here.Back in October, I was parking my car near a coffee shop when my passenger, Axios publisher <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Nicholas Johnston" data-vars-click-url="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-johnston-127a4b17/" data-vars-content-id="684e224b-50ec-424a-9e10-93250b894d5e" data-vars-headline="Why do drivers in Atlanta back into parking spaces?" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-johnston-127a4b17/" target="_blank">Nicholas Johnston</a>, asked a question that seemed to come out of the blue: &quot;Why does everyone back in here?&quot;Zoom in: At first, I didn&#x27;t know how to answer Nick, who lives in Washington, D.C., because I never thought about it. <ul><li>After backing into the space and putting my car in park, I noticed nearly every vehicle had been backed in by drivers.</li></ul>A few days ago I was scrolling on social media and came across a reel of someone hating on drivers who back into parking spaces and it reminded me of Nick&#x27;s question. The more I thought about it, the more I realized drivers in Atlanta do back into parking spaces quite a bit. <ul><li>When I was driving a two-door Honda Civic, I rarely backed into a parking space. I now drive a four-door Honda Accord and I almost always back into parking spaces. </li></ul>Yes, but: Backing in makes it easier to leave a busy function or depart if something pops off (this is what I told Nick when he asked). <ul><li>It also makes more sense if you have a larger car, or if you&#x27;re parking in places that have narrow spaces. </li></ul>(Don&#x27;t come at me complaining about how much time it takes; the more you do it, the more efficient you become at backing in! Plus, waiting another 30 seconds won&#x27;t kill you.)Flashback: When I was little, seeing a person back into a parking space added a certain kind of swagger to the driver. <ul><li>In my juvenile eyes, a person was cool if they could back into a parking space (AND parallel park, which I can do). </li></ul>But I want to hear from you, Atlanta. Do you back in or drive forward into parking spaces? Why (or why not)? <ul><li>Or do you scream at the top of your lungs when you&#x27;re behind a driver who insists on backing in? </li><li>Hit reply and tell us!</li></ul>

Crossover Day 2026: Data centers, income taxes and mugshots

From income tax cuts to AI safety, key Georgia bills are still alive.

News

Taxes, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="data centers" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/01/30/georgia-ai-data-centers" data-vars-content-id="5c28fd43-f5e4-476f-b849-e0ca345a9cfe" data-vars-headline="Crossover Day 2026: Data centers, income taxes and mugshots" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/01/30/georgia-ai-data-centers" target="_self">data centers</a> and even psychedelics remain on Georgia lawmakers&#x27; agendas as the legislative session moves toward its final weeks.Why it matters: This past Friday marked Crossover Day — the deadline for bills to pass either chamber and stay alive before lawmakers adjourn April 2.

NBA cancels Hawks' Magic City Night after backlash

The NBA canceled the Atlanta Hawks' planned "Magic City Night" promotion days after the idea went viral and sparked backlash online.

Sports

The NBA late Monday canceled the Atlanta Hawks&#x27; planned &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Magic City" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2025/08/15/magic-city-documentary-debuts-today-on-starz" data-vars-content-id="1fd2b3af-e5ac-42f3-b04a-3764ba2cb1b3" data-vars-headline="NBA cancels Hawks&#x27; Magic City Night after backlash" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2025/08/15/magic-city-documentary-debuts-today-on-starz" target="_self">Magic City</a> Night&quot; promotion after backlash, commissioner Adam Silver said.Driving the news: The league pulled the plug just days after the team announced the idea and it quickly went viral online.

Dunaway Gardens prepares to host Sundance and playwright labs

The Sundance Institute Episodic Lab program runs for six days in May.

After decades of success as a Grammy Award-winning producer and songwriter, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tena Clark" data-vars-click-url="https://www.tenaclark.com/" data-vars-content-id="6d2633d9-a092-453c-8f66-dbf51a93efb3" data-vars-headline="Dunaway Gardens prepares to host Sundance and playwright labs" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.tenaclark.com/" target="_blank">Tena Clark</a> is turning her focus to the next generation.<ul><li>Clark is helping aspiring creatives break into the entertainment industry by hosting two residencies at a former go-to hub for artists and actors.</li></ul>Driving the news: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Dunaway Gardens" data-vars-click-url="https://www.dunawaygardensfoundation.org/" data-vars-content-id="6d2633d9-a092-453c-8f66-dbf51a93efb3" data-vars-headline="Dunaway Gardens prepares to host Sundance and playwright labs" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.dunawaygardensfoundation.org/" target="_blank">Dunaway Gardens</a>, Clark&#x27;s sprawling property in Coweta County, will host its first-ever Playwright Lab this spring.

ATL predicts over 4 million travelers for Thanksgiving holiday

The Atlanta airport projects its peak travel days will be Sunday, Nov. 30 and Monday, Dec. 1.

Holidays

The world&#x27;s busiest airport says it expects to see more than four million travelers throughout the Thanksgiving holiday period.Why it matters: Pack your patience and arrive at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport at least two and a half hours in advance for domestic flights and three hours before international travel.

Atlanta airport prepares for disruptions as FAA cuts flights

ATL is among 40 "high traffic" U.S. airports where the Federal Aviation Administration has planned to reduce 10% of flights in response to the government shutdown, according to the AP.

Travel

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is bracing for a likely <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="10% cut" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/11/06/flights-canceled-airports-shutdown-thanksgiving" data-vars-content-id="ed8ee843-5d0a-4ef9-9c6f-3ffbc73c434b" data-vars-headline="Atlanta airport prepares for disruptions as FAA cuts flights" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/11/06/flights-canceled-airports-shutdown-thanksgiving" target="_self">10% cut</a> in air traffic, as <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="staffing shortages" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/10/08/shutdown-air-traffic-controllers-delays-sick-outs" data-vars-content-id="ed8ee843-5d0a-4ef9-9c6f-3ffbc73c434b" data-vars-headline="Atlanta airport prepares for disruptions as FAA cuts flights" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/10/08/shutdown-air-traffic-controllers-delays-sick-outs" target="_self">staffing shortages</a> linked to the government shutdown <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="snarl travel" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/11/02/flight-delays-staffing-shortages-government-shutdown" data-vars-content-id="ed8ee843-5d0a-4ef9-9c6f-3ffbc73c434b" data-vars-headline="Atlanta airport prepares for disruptions as FAA cuts flights" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/11/02/flight-delays-staffing-shortages-government-shutdown" target="_self">snarl travel</a> at airports nationwide.Why it matters: The move is expected to bring delays and flight cancellations — and more cuts could follow as the busy Thanksgiving travel season nears.

Delta unveils spacious new Sky Club at ATL

Delta debuts a 24,000-square-foot lounge with runway views, buffet bar and 6 soundproof booths

Travelers flying in and out of Concourse D at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport have a bigger Sky Club starting today.Driving the news: This morning, the airline opens the doors to its eighth Sky Club in the world&#x27;s busiest airport. <ul><li>The 24,000-square-foot lounge with more than 500 seats — the most of Delta&#x27;s Sky Clubs at Hartsfield-Jackson — is Atlanta&#x27;s first new lounge since 2016.</li></ul>

Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta

A mountain retreat, a charming river city and a small Southern town

Go north, go south, go somewhere. Might we propose one small but mighty city, a mountain retreat and a postcard-perfect small town?Why it matters: These overnight escapes have charm and reasons to stick around — and are just far enough away to feel you&#x27;ve escaped Atlanta without ruing the ride home.The bottom line: Yes, springtime might be the best time in Atlanta but an occasional absence makes the heart for home grow fonder.<ul><li>Pack up and get going, road warrior.</li></ul><h2 class="text-h6 !font-sans !font-normal !leading-[1.2em]">🥾 Chattanooga, Tennessee</h2> ⏱ ~Two hours northwest of AtlantaWhy go: A mammoth river, towering mountains and a charming and revitalized downtown.Do this: Explore the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Bluff View Art District" data-vars-click-url="https://bluffviewartdistrictchattanooga.com/" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://bluffviewartdistrictchattanooga.com/" target="_blank">Bluff View Art District</a>, head underground at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Raccoon Mountain Caverns" data-vars-click-url="https://www.raccoonmountain.com/" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.raccoonmountain.com/" target="_blank">Raccoon Mountain Caverns</a> and hike Lookout Mountain&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Guild-Hardy Trail" data-vars-click-url="https://lookoutmountainconservancy.org/explore/guild-hardy-trail/" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://lookoutmountainconservancy.org/explore/guild-hardy-trail/" target="_blank">Guild-Hardy Trail</a>.Eat here: Eat Gong Bao chicken with dan dan noodles at Ernest Chinese followed by gelato at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Milk &amp; Honey" data-vars-click-url="https://www.milkandhoneychattanooga.com/" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.milkandhoneychattanooga.com/" target="_blank">Milk &amp; Honey</a> or a cocktail at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Unknown Caller" data-vars-click-url="https://www.unknowncallerbar.com/" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.unknowncallerbar.com/" target="_blank">Unknown Caller</a>, a speakeasy bar.Side stop: Hop off I-75 in Dalton for a slice at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Cyra&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cyrasrestaurant.com/" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cyrasrestaurant.com/" target="_blank">Cyra&#x27;s</a> or one of the city&#x27;s excellent authentic Mexican restaurants.<h2 class="text-h6 !font-sans !font-normal !leading-[1.2em]">🏘️ Madison, Georgia</h2>⏱ ~1.5 hours east of AtlantaWhy go: From the downtown shops and restaurants to the avenues lined with antebellum homes, it&#x27;s the quintessential Southern town.Do this: Tour <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Heritage Hall" data-vars-click-url="https://mchistorical.com/" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://mchistorical.com/" target="_blank">Heritage Hall</a>, a potentially haunted mansion dating to the early 1800s, and shop for lamps and vintage goods at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="In High Cotton" data-vars-click-url="https://www.inhighcottonga.com" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.inhighcottonga.com" target="_blank">In High Cotton</a>.Eat here: Enjoy modern Southern fare inside a former cotton warehouse at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Town 220" data-vars-click-url="https://www.town220.com/" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.town220.com/" target="_blank">Town 220</a> and go British-inspired gastropub at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hart &amp; Crown Tavern" data-vars-click-url="https://mad-hospitality.com/hart-and-crown-tavern/" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://mad-hospitality.com/hart-and-crown-tavern/" target="_blank">Hart &amp; Crown Tavern</a>.Side stop: Buy a chicken biscuit at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Farmview Market" data-vars-click-url="https://www.farmviewmarket.com/" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.farmviewmarket.com/" target="_blank">Farmview Market</a> in Rutledge.<h2 class="text-h6 !font-sans !font-normal !leading-[1.2em]">🏔️ Clayton, Georgia</h2> ⏱ ~Two hours northeast of AtlantaWhy go: The mellow northeast Georgia mountain town serves up outdoor activities, stunning views and farm-to-table food.Do this: Hike <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tallulah Gorge State Park" data-vars-click-url="https://gastateparks.org/TallulahGorge" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://gastateparks.org/TallulahGorge" target="_blank">Tallulah Gorge State Park</a>, sip wine at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tiger Mountain Vineyards" data-vars-click-url="https://www.tigerwine.com/" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.tigerwine.com/" target="_blank">Tiger Mountain Vineyards</a> and meet local hikers and travelers at outfitter <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Wander North Georgia" data-vars-click-url="https://wandernorthgeorgia.com/" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://wandernorthgeorgia.com/" target="_blank">Wander North Georgia</a>.Eat here: Enjoy banana bread French toast at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Rusty Bike" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/TheRustyBikeCafe/reviews" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.facebook.com/TheRustyBikeCafe/reviews" target="_blank">The Rusty Bike</a> and visit <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Fortify Kitchen &amp; Bar" data-vars-click-url="https://www.fortifyclayton.com/" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.fortifyclayton.com/" target="_blank">Fortify Kitchen &amp; Bar</a> for locally sourced ingredients and seasonal menus.Side stop: Snap a photo and grab a snack at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The General Store" data-vars-click-url="https://tallulahpoint.net/" data-vars-content-id="d771a6ea-04cf-4740-b5ab-ff15fa4cb3ba" data-vars-headline="Three weekend not-super-far escapes from Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://tallulahpoint.net/" target="_blank">The General Store</a> in Tallulah Falls, a roadside shop with cliffside views.

What to know about Delta's new Sky Club rules

Business

Delta customers with American Express credit cards, take note: The days of unlimited trips to the the Atlanta-based airline&#x27;s Sky Club lounges are over.Driving the news: Starting this month, Amex cardholders will have a limited number of visits to Sky Club lounges during the calendar year.

Air travel — and Atlanta's airport — is busier than ever

Routes to Naples and Brussels join additional flights to Europe

What initially seemed like a release of pent-up demand for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="air travel" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2024/11/19/thanksgiving-travel-2024-holiday-forecast-aaa-tsa" data-vars-content-id="e1670e83-0ae4-44bf-b163-1561998fd6b6" data-vars-headline="Air travel — and Atlanta&#x27;s airport — is busier than ever" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2024/11/19/thanksgiving-travel-2024-holiday-forecast-aaa-tsa" target="_self">air travel</a> immediately following the worst of COVID-19 now looks like a never-ending climb.Driving the news: Record numbers of travelers are taking to the skies this year, according to the latest TSA data.<ul><li>If 2025 is anything like 2024, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport will again lead the country (and the world) in linking the Southeast and the world.</li></ul>

The world's busiest airport gives local artists a first-class seat

More people visit ATL in a month than the Louvre in a year, officials say

Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is the world&#x27;s busiest airport. It might also be the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="world&#x27;s busiest art gallery" data-vars-click-url="https://www.atl.com/about-atl/airport-art-program/" data-vars-content-id="9537e6de-70e7-45b5-9fa1-e77abed8ce25" data-vars-headline="The world&#x27;s busiest airport gives local artists a first-class seat" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.atl.com/about-atl/airport-art-program/" target="_blank">world&#x27;s busiest art gallery</a> and one of Georgia&#x27;s biggest public art patrons.Why it matters: Atlanta&#x27;s airport will serve roughly 3.7 million passengers during the holiday travel period beginning Friday and ending Jan. 5, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="officials say" data-vars-click-url="https://www.atl.com/media-center/press-releases/read?id=6762aeb8c1e49e00139457de" data-vars-content-id="9537e6de-70e7-45b5-9fa1-e77abed8ce25" data-vars-headline="The world&#x27;s busiest airport gives local artists a first-class seat" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.atl.com/media-center/press-releases/read?id=6762aeb8c1e49e00139457de" target="_blank">officials say</a>.<ul><li>They&#x27;ll roll luggage and wait to board next to work by Hudgens Prize winners and up-and-coming talents.</li></ul>

The best beaches to visit near Atlanta

We&#x27;ve rounded up eight of the best beaches near Atlanta, including several chosen by readers in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="our recent bracket competition" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2024/07/12/best-beach-near-atlanta-winner" data-vars-content-id="0afdbc8a-b6fd-4234-807c-326c27bfd3ac" data-vars-headline="The best beaches to visit near Atlanta" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2024/07/12/best-beach-near-atlanta-winner" target="_self">our recent bracket competition</a>.Why it matters: Summer is the best time to hit the beach. Plan a trip while it&#x27;s still here.

Delta's top-notch reputation takes a hit after flight cancellations

The "most-awarded" airline says a team is conducted a review of what caused the meltdown

Delta could soon be back on board after an unprecedented rash of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="cancellations" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2024/07/23/delta-software-outage-ca" data-vars-content-id="73242da9-21dd-4ea6-8510-f80a83431f82" data-vars-headline="Delta&#x27;s top-notch reputation takes a hit after flight cancellations" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/atlanta/2024/07/23/delta-software-outage-ca" target="_self">cancellations</a>, delays and confusion connected to a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="global CrowdStrike outage" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/houston/2024/07/19/crowdstrike-worldwide-outages-airlines-texas" data-vars-content-id="73242da9-21dd-4ea6-8510-f80a83431f82" data-vars-headline="Delta&#x27;s top-notch reputation takes a hit after flight cancellations" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/houston/2024/07/19/crowdstrike-worldwide-outages-airlines-texas" target="_self">global CrowdStrike outage</a> that soured many of the hometown company&#x27;s customers.Why it matters: The rural Georgia crop-dusting company turned Fortune 500 juggernaut is Atlanta&#x27;s largest private employer and controls the majority of passenger travel at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.

Delta says crew scheduling software linked to cancellation headaches

The complex and critical system ensures flights have enough attendants and pilots

Delta Air Lines struggled Monday to recover from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="this weekend&#x27;s travel meltdown" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2024/07/19/fridays-massive-air-travel-delays-mapped" data-vars-content-id="a5a27dab-b479-4317-9f2a-f6e468a649b3" data-vars-headline="Delta says crew scheduling software linked to cancellation headaches" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2024/07/19/fridays-massive-air-travel-delays-mapped" target="_self">this weekend&#x27;s travel meltdown</a>, even as other U.S. airlines are back to normal operations.Driving the news: Delays and cancellations plagued almost every airline starting Friday due to a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="technical problem" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2024/07/19/global-tech-outage-crowdstrike-impact-airlines" data-vars-content-id="a5a27dab-b479-4317-9f2a-f6e468a649b3" data-vars-headline="Delta says crew scheduling software linked to cancellation headaches" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2024/07/19/global-tech-outage-crowdstrike-impact-airlines" target="_self">technical problem</a> with widely used cybersecurity software that also affected hospitals, law enforcement and more.

Stat du jour: The busiest time at the world's busiest airport

Hartsfield-Jackson expects 5.3 million holiday travelers

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Chart du jour: Coming to America... not as much

Foreign arrivals at Atlanta airport drop 6%

A line chart displaying the year-over-year change in passengers passing through U.S. customs at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Intl Airport airport from January 4 to March 28, 2025. In March, a notable trend appeared: more U.S. citizens arrived compared to the prior year while fewer foreign nationals did