The FAA lifted Friday’s nationwide ground stop (Nov 13) in the evening, after about four hours. Flights are restarting gradually, and delays and cancellations are expected into the weekend. The list below only shows each airport’s own delays and closures, so check with your airline for your flight.
Source: FAA NAS Status, checked every minute. For information only. Your airline has the final word on your flight.
The list above shows every U.S. airport the FAA is reporting as closed or under a ground stop right now. It updates every minute. If the list is empty, no airports are closed and no ground stops are in place. Slower arrivals and departures are on the full delays page.
Ground stop or closure: what's the difference?
Ground stop
The airport is open, but flights headed there are held at their departure airports until the stop ends. The FAA uses it when the airport suddenly can't take more arrivals, most often because of thunderstorms, low clouds, strong winds or an equipment problem. Flights leaving that airport may still depart.
Airport closure
The airport, or part of it, isn't open for some or all flights. Closures happen for snow and ice, hurricanes, runway work, accidents, security events and special events. Many notices only close the airport to private and charter flights at busy times; those don't affect airline passengers.
What to do if your airport is on the list
Check your airline's app first. It knows about your specific flight, crew and aircraft. A ground stop usually means a delay rather than a cancellation, and the FAA lists an expected end time with each one. If you're already at the airport, stay near your gate: ground stops can end early.
The people working the stop
Every ground stop and reroute is worked by air traffic controllers and traffic managers keeping flights safely apart in bad conditions. If you're stuck waiting, it's a good moment to thank them. It's free and takes 30 seconds.
Common questions
Is any U.S. airport closed today?
The live list at the top of this page shows every U.S. airport the FAA is reporting as closed or under a ground stop right now. It refreshes every minute. If it’s empty, the FAA isn’t reporting any.
What is the difference between a ground stop and an airport closure?
In a ground stop the airport stays open, but flights headed there wait at their departure airports until the stop ends. In a closure, the airport or part of it isn’t open for some or all flights.
Why do airports close?
The most common reasons are weather (snow, ice, hurricanes, thunderstorms), runway construction, accidents or disabled aircraft on a runway, security events and special events. Some notices only close an airport to private and charter flights at busy times.
How long does a ground stop last?
The FAA lists an expected end time with each ground stop, often within an hour or two. A stop can be extended if conditions don’t improve, or lifted early if they do.
Will my flight be canceled?
Not necessarily. Ground stops usually cause delays, not cancellations. Your airline’s app has the latest on your specific flight.
What does "closed to some private (GA) flights" mean?
Some busy airports limit unscheduled private and charter flights (general aviation) at certain times or require prior permission. Airline flights aren’t affected.