BP's Olympic Pipeline shutdown disrupts airline fuel supply, causing major disruptions for major airlines during the busy Thanksgiving travel week. The pipeline, which moves refined petroleum products from northern Washington to Oregon, has been offline since November 11 due to a leak near Everett, Washington. BP has excavated over 200 feet of pipeline to locate the leak source, but the timeline for restarting the pipeline is uncertain. The total amount of leaked product is still being assessed. The shutdown has led to jet fuel shortages at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac), prompting major airlines like Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Lines to implement contingency plans. These plans include transporting extra fuel via tanker trucks and adding refueling stops to flights. Despite the disruptions, Sea-Tac operations have not been significantly impacted, and travelers are encouraged to stay updated with their airlines for specific flight information.
