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FAA ground stop halts flights at Harry Reid Airport on August 13, 2026

Ground Stop at Harry Reid Airport Delays Southwest Airlines Flights Amid Thunderstorms
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The Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas on August 13, 2026, halting all departures. Remaining flights were initially delayed with an average hold time of 39 minutes before the FAA upgraded the restriction to a full ground stop.

Thunderstorms in the area prompted the FAA to take these safety measures. Southwest Airlines flights at Harry Reid International Airport have been delayed or halted as a result. Travelers are directed to consult the Harry Reid Airport website for the latest flight status updates.