How the nationwide ground stop canceled a rock and roll dream

Travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport continue to deal with lingering flight delays and cancellations after a sudden ground stop derailed weekend travel plans.

622 flights canceled Saturday at Atlanta Airport after FAA ground stop

Travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport are dealing with hundreds of cancellations and delays on Saturday as airlines work to recover from an FAA-mandated nationwide ground stop that halted departures for more than four hours on Friday.

Airspace reopened after nationwide ground stop

Hundreds of flights at Hartsfield-Jackson are delayed or canceled Friday amid a nationwide FAA ground stop. Follow along for live updates.

Why you should never cancel your own flight during an airline ground stop

Grounded airline passengers across the U.S. are legally entitled to automatic cash refunds if flights are canceled or significantly delayed.

Delta resumes departures after FAA ground stop, warns of slow reset

Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is safely resuming departing flights Friday night after federal aviation officials lifted a nationwide ground stop, though the airline warned it will take time to reset aircraft and crews across its network.

The first-ever FAA ground stop in US history was on 9/11: Here's how it unfolded

The terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, prompted the Federal Aviation Administration to order an unprecedented nationwide ground stop for all aircraft operating in U.S. airspace. 

Trump administration seeks $30 billion to upgrade airports, air traffic control

The Trump administration is pushing for $30.1 billion in new funding to overhaul airports and air traffic control systems. Here’s what’s behind the request and what it could mean for travelers.

Airspace reopens after FAA ground stop; Atlanta faces slow recovery

U.S. airspace reopened Friday night after a nearly five-hour nationwide ground stop paralyzed air travel across the country. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and airlines face a slow recovery through Saturday morning.

Tacony-Palmyra Bridge reopens after cargo ship crash, repairs ongoing

The Tacony-Palmyra Bridge reopened to traffic after a cargo ship crash on Thursday that caused massive delays during the stormy weather and the peak of evening rush hour.

Man killed in fiery Kentucky jet crash told daughter of trouble in midair

A pilot was killed when his jet crashed near Mayfield Graves County Airport radioed his daughter in midair to report an issue moments before going down, authorities said.

US Embassy warns Americans in France of violence, curfews amid nationwide strike

The U.S. Embassy in France warned Americans to prepare for transportation disruptions, possible curfews and violence as a nationwide strike threatens to affect public services.

Florida plane crash: What we know about the victims

Nine people aboard a Learjet 60 were killed Sunday afternoon after the plane crashed into the ground in Palm Beach County, Florida, according to Transportation Secretary Sean. Duffy.

Frontier Airlines posts surprise profit after prices increase, rivals pull back

Are more passengers flying Frontier Airlines? The budget carrier is reporting record revenue as higher fares, rising fuel costs and reduced competition reshape the industry. Here's what travelers should know.

Atlanta airport upgrades air traffic control system to boost safety

Air traffic controllers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport are using new technology designed to improve safety and efficiency at the world's busiest airport.