Minneapolis MSP Airport outage update: When will ground stop be lifted? Latest as flights remain halted

"Ground stop is in effect for departures, with some limited arrivals," MSP Airport said in an update. A ground stop is currently in effect at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) due to a "regional FAA equipment outage." Because of the issue, no flights have departed from the airport since 2:30 p.m. local time on Thursday.A ground stop is currently in effect at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). (UnSplash)"Ground stop is in effect for departures, with some limited arrivals," MSP Airport said in a social media update. "Contact your airline for the latest flight information."When will the ground stop be lifted?According to CBS News, the ground stop has been extended until 4:15 p.m. for now.MSP Airport spokesperson Jeff Lea told KARE 11 that the outage is impacting an FAA facility that oversees air traffic operations in the region, affecting MSP and other airports. He said departures from the airport remain paused, while some incoming flights may still be permitted if they were already in the air before the ground stop was issued. Some aircraft may also be diverted to alternate airports.Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read More