The Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop for flights bound for Harry Reid International Airport on Sunday, September 28, 2026, due to thunderstorms. The halt affected departures to Las Vegas from multiple air traffic control centers nationwide and was enforced from 2:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time.
FAA enacts ground delay program for arrivals
Prior to the ground stop, the FAA implemented a ground delay program targeting arrivals at Harry Reid International Airport starting at 1:52 p.m. PDT. The program is set to last until 11:59 p.m., with arriving flights experiencing average delays of approximately 72 minutes. Officials indicated there was a moderate chance
the ground stop could be extended beyond its scheduled end.
Flight disruptions caused by weather conditions
The FAA’s actions to manage air traffic at Harry Reid International were prompted by thunderstorms and windy conditions in the region. Flight arrivals to the Las Vegas airport have faced significant delays, compounded by the enforcement of both the ground stop and ground delay program throughout the afternoon and evening.
