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FAA Ground Stop Causes Record Flight Cancellations at O’Hare on Sept 18

FAA Halt at O'Hare Spurs Most Cancellations Today
Image: 180606-Z-OL711-0016 by S.C. Air National Guard via flickr, pdm

The Federal Aviation Administration enforced a ground stop at Chicago O’Hare International Airport lasting nearly two hours on September 18, 2026.

During this period, O’Hare experienced the highest number of flight cancellations globally. Travelers using the airport today should expect numerous cancellations and significant delays.