Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) experienced a ground stop on August 6, 2026, after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) identified a regional equipment outage affecting air traffic control. The FAA issued the ground stop around 2:00 p.m. CDT, temporarily halting departures at MSP.
During the ground stop, some arrivals at MSP continued on a limited basis. Flights to Duluth International Airport (DLH), particularly some Delta Airlines operations, were also impacted by the FAA equipment failure. The regional nature of the outage affected multiple Midwest airports, including MSP and DLH.
Timeline and Resumption of Operations
The Metropolitan Airport Commission anticipated resuming normal flight operations at MSP
by approximately 4:15 p.m. CDT. At that time, airlines began restoring some departures and arrivals at MSP and other affected airports. Despite operations returning to normal, the commission warned that flight delays could continue into the evening as airlines worked to recover from the disruption.
Official Statements and Traveler Information
The Metropolitan Airport Commission officially confirmed the ground stop was due to a regional FAA equipment outage impacting air traffic control systems. The commission stated, “A ground stop is in effect for departures, with some limited arrivals. Contact your airline for the latest flight information.” The commission also noted, “Expect some flight impacts to resume
through evening as airlines recover.”
Passengers at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and Duluth International Airport faced delays or cancellations. Travelers affected by the ground stop were advised to directly consult their airlines for updates on flights.
