Overview
- Sections of MCI were cleared starting around 11:15 a.m. local time after a reported security threat, according to airport statements.
- Airport Police said they are working with the FBI to verify whether any threat is credible, with the investigation still active.
- Flight operations to and from the airport were paused and ground access was diverted during inspections.
- Local outlets reported roughly 2,000 people left the terminal, and FlightAware logged more than 120 delays and two cancellations.
- The airport said terminals have reopened and operations are stabilizing, with no public confirmation yet of a credible threat or identified actor.