SCIENCEAug 5 · 10:45 UTCSEATTLE TIMESRIO YAMAT and M.K. WILDEMAN

Rising temperatures could keep more flights from taking off on time

Rising temperatures may lead to more flight delays as takeoffs become challenging. Clear skies do not guarantee on-time departures due to heat-related issues.

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