I don't think there's any clear definition of "weather" related delays. In my opinion, "weather" should be at the origin or destination city only which prevents the aircraft from operating on schedule. If there is a weather delay at a previous station which prevents the aircraft from arriving on time, then it should be "late arrival of aircraft" which causes the delay or cancellation. If the crew is prevented from arriving then it should be "lack of crew". I agree with the Judge that airlines use "weather" anywhere in their route system as an excuse to prevent compensating or rebooking passengers.
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