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FAA Extends Ground Stop at Houston’s Bush Intercontinental as High Winds Snarl Flights

The halt is scheduled through 10:30 p.m. with a medium chance of further extension, according to FAA updates.

Overview

  • United Airlines confirmed a weather-related ground stop affecting Bush Intercontinental operations and urged customers to check the United app or website.
  • FAA notices progressed from a morning ground delay to afternoon ground stops that were extended, culminating in an evening end time of 10:30 p.m.
  • Gusts tied to a passing cold front reached about 45 mph, and a National Weather Service wind advisory was in effect through 6 p.m.
  • Average wait times climbed sharply during the day, with an FAA-reported ground delay reaching roughly 158 minutes after an early estimate near 34 minutes.
  • Hobby Airport was not listed on the FAA’s active events page and was not reported as affected.