The Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on October 12, 2026, due to severe thunderstorms. The ground stop was set to run from 10:51 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. local time.
Flight Disruptions and Affected Routes
The ground stop applied to departures to Phoenix Sky Harbor from a swath of the Southwest and Midwest regions, including flights from Los Angeles, Denver, St. Louis, and Houston. As of 11 a.m., Phoenix Sky Harbor’s website showed 142 flight delays and five cancellations for the day tied to the weather conditions.
Passenger Impact at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Passengers should expect flight delays and possible cancellations at Phoenix Sky
Harbor International Airport on October 12, 2026, due to the FAA-ordered ground stop. The suspension of departures temporarily halted flights from multiple states, causing ongoing operational difficulties during the morning hours.
