Nationwide ground stop lifted, Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport releases update

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A plane takes off near the air traffic control tower at Harry Reid International Airport, Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – The Federal Aviation Administration lifted the nationwide ground stop Friday night after hours of delays and flight cancellations caused by communications problems at regional air traffic control centers.

Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport also released an update Friday evening.

“The FAA mandated nationwide ground stop has been lifted; however, flight schedules tonight and some flight schedules tomorrow morning have been impacted.
Passengers are encouraged to continue checking directly with their respective air carriers for the most up-to-date flight information, as schedules remain subject to change.”
 -Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport
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