Spirit Airlines canceled 165 flights on Sunday and more than 200 on Monday, and American canceled 500
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ssengers were left stranded throughout cities such as San Juan, Orlando, Miami and Fort Lauderdale
American Airlines passengers in Dallas were worst hit on Monday, as the area experienced thunder storms
Dozens of travelers took to Twitter to vent their frustrations while they waited for updates from the airline
Videos showed travelers seated on the ground complaining of being hot and hungry in packed terminals
A Spirit spokeswoman blamed the cancellations on weather and other operational challenges.
The spokeswoman denied rumors that they may have been impacted by a pilot strike
Spirit Airlines, American Airlines cancel more than 800 flights
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