Simple Flying
Gaurav Joshi
19 August 2024
Inclement weather has forced the Federal Aviation Administration to issue ground stops at several airports on the US East Coast. Hundreds of flights have been delayed or canceled, with affected airports issuing advisories to passengers to check the flight status with respective airlines for additional information.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued ground stops at several airports earlier today after a thunderstorm made it difficult for flights to land or take off. The three major airports serving the New York City region—New York JFK Airport , LaGuardia Airport (LGA), and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)—have been affected.
A ground stop can be issued at an airport for various reasons, with inclement weather at the top of the list. There have been several ground stops in the United States this year, including the recent one at Tampa International Airport due to a tropical storm.
