CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – A ground stop was issued at Charlotte Douglas International Airport Saturday morning because of Air Traffic Control staffing issues, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
The ground stop was issued around 7:30 a.m. and was lifted around 8:45 a.m., the FAA said.
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The FAA issued a ground delay for the Charlotte airport until around 2 p.m., also because of staffing issues. The ground delay has been lifted.
CLT Airport has been incredibly fortunate to reach the sixth weekend of the federal shutdown with minimal operational impacts, due in large part to the continued dedication of our Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Air Traffic Control (ATC) partners, who are working without pay. With a prolonged federal shutdown, disruptions become more likely. This morning, CLT experienced staffing constraints in the ATC tower, one of many contributing factors to delays and cancellations within the national airspace system. Passengers are advised to check their flight status with their airline before coming to the Airport and arrive at the terminal at least two hours before domestic departures and three hours before international flights. We ask passengers for patience and understanding as we navigate this unprecedented situation together. CLT is extremely grateful for our dedicated partners — especially TSA and ATC employees — for their continued commitment to ensuring travelers reach their destinations safely.
As of 5:40 p.m., there have been 415 delays and 136 cancellations at the Charlotte airport Saturday, according to FlightAware.
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People traveling to or from Charlotte should check their flight status with their airline.
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