Local airports respond to nationwide ground stop

Airports around the Susquehanna Valley are responding after an hours-long national ground stop issued by the FAA was lifted.

The Details

The ground stop was "due to extraordinary circumstances and for reasons of safety," according to the Associated Press.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told AP News that there is a communications issue affecting air traffic control centers and the FAA is investigating.

Harrisburg International Airport

HIA acknowledged the ground stop and said that flights departing from HIA may be impacted until further notice.

"Passengers should check directly with their airline for the latest flight status and updates," HIA said.

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After the ground stop lifted, HIA continued to encourage passengers to check with their airlines before coming to the airport "It will take some time to return to normal operations," they said on Facebook.

Baltimore International Airport

BWI posted on its website that "travelers should check with their airline for flight status updates."

After the FAA lifted the ground stop, BWI said that airlines are resuming flight operations but "flight impacts are possible not just tonight, but also into the weekend."

They also encouraged travelers to check their flight status with their airline.

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Lancaster Airport

The Lancaster Airport is encouraging travelers to "contact their airline directly for the latest flight updates and information regarding potential delays or cancellations."

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Philadelphia International Airport

PHL also posted on Facebook, urging passengers to contact their airlines for the latest flight information.

Lehigh Valley International Airport

ABE posted on their website that it is aware of the ground stop and its airborne aircraft will continue to their destinations.

They also encouraged passengers "to check with their airline for more information about delays or cancellations" after the ground stop was lifted.

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