The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) implemented a ground stop at Houston Hobby Airport on September 3, 2026, starting at 3:45 p.m. local time, halting departing flights until at least 5 p.m. The action was prompted by severe thunderstorms affecting the area.
The weather disruption arose from scattered thunderstorms linked to the remnants of Tropical Depression Edouard moving through Texas. The National Weather Service reported continued scattered thunderstorms on the afternoon of September 3, with locally heavy rainfall and gusty winds posing threats in the Houston region.
The ground stop at Houston Hobby Airport temporarily prevented new departures, causing flight delays
amid the adverse weather conditions. Earlier on the same day, a similar ground stop was issued at Houston Bush Intercontinental Airport, affecting departing flights as well.
The FAA lifted the ground stop at Houston Bush Intercontinental Airport around 2:15 p.m. on September 3, whereas the stop at Houston Hobby Airport was scheduled to last until 5 p.m. These measures were part of efforts to mitigate risks associated with the severe thunderstorms.
