FAA Issues Nationwide Ground Stop, Juneau International Airport Expects Delays 

UPDATED at 1:45 p.m., November 13: Flights within Alaska are expected to depart. Flights leaving Alaska should expect delays.

At 12:34 p.m. on Friday, November 13, the Juneau International Airport received notice from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of a nationwide ground stop of all aircraft operations in the United States. With multiple reports of communication issues impacting Air Route Traffic Control Centers, the FAA has ordered that all departing traffic should stay on the ground for safety.  

Andres Delgado, the Juneau International Airport Manager, says travelers departing from the Juneau airport should expect delays in departures. Travelers should check directly with their airline for their latest flight information before heading to the airport.  

For media inquiries regarding potential impacts to the Juneau International Airport, contact Andres Delgado, the Juneau International Airport Manager, at [email protected].