This dataset is all about flights in the united states, including information about the number, length, and type of delays between 2003-2016. The data is reported for individual months at every major airport for every carrier. The reasons for these delays were diverse, encompassing weather-related issues like thunderstorms, mechanical problems, air traffic control issues, and security concerns. Tracking and analyzing this data was crucial for airlines, airports, and aviation authorities to address operational inefficiencies, improve scheduling, and enhance passenger experiences while striving to mitigate the impact of various delay factors on the industry.