The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a ground stop at Denver International Airport at 3:25 p.m. on Friday, lasting until 6:30 p.m., in response to severe thunderstorms affecting the region. A concurrent ground delay began at 3 p.m. and is expected to remain in effect until midnight, with an average delay of 104 minutes reported.
Flight Cancellations Exceed 100 Due to Ongoing Storms
More than 100 flights were canceled at Denver International Airport on Friday as severe weather persisted. The 11 Alert Weather Team forecast storms to continue around the airport through 10 p.m. Friday and into the overnight hours, prolonging disruptions in the Front Range area.
Traveler Impact Amid Lingering Severe Weather
Passengers
traveling through Denver International Airport on Friday faced significant delays and cancellations due to the thunderstorm activity. The Federal Aviation Administration’s ground stop and delay measures, combined with the storm forecast extending late into the night, contributed to ongoing travel disruptions at the airport.
