The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) implemented a ground stop for flights headed to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) on Sunday morning, September 14, 2026, due to thunderstorms in the New York area. Departures destined for JFK were held on the tarmac between 8:18 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.
Ongoing Delays After Ground Stop Lift
The ground stop was lifted shortly after 12:15 p.m. However, as of 3:30 p.m., flights departing JFK were still experiencing average delays of approximately 15 minutes. The FAA attributed these delays to weather-related traffic management initiatives aimed at maintaining safety amid the ongoing disruptions.
Weather Impact Across New York Metropolitan Area
Sunday morning’s severe weather event involved heavy rain
and thunderstorms across the New York metropolitan area. These conditions caused flooding and broader travel disruptions affecting roads and airports in the region, including JFK.
