The Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop at Denver International Airport at 3:25 p.m. on Friday due to thunderstorms, expected to last until 6:30 p.m. A ground delay also started at 3 p.m., with an average delay of 104 minutes, expected to continue until midnight.
More than 100 flights have been canceled as the FAA manages flight operations amid the weather disruptions. Thunderstorms impacting the Front Range are forecasted near the airport through 10 p.m. and into the overnight hours, according to the 11 Alert Weather Team.
Passengers at Denver International Airport face significant cancellations and delays caused by
the FAA ground stop and ongoing thunderstorms. The weather conditions forced the FAA to implement strict air traffic controls to ensure safety.
The Denver Post reported the ground stop was lifted, but disruptions remain due to the lingering storms. The severe weather system continues to impact flight operations and airport activities in the Denver area.
Storm Impact on Front Range Flight Operations
Thunderstorms hitting the Front Range disrupted flights at Denver International Airport. The ground stop and delays imposed by the FAA address the hazards posed by these recurring storms in this region.
