The Smart Marty Sky Dispatch
40 flights cancelled at Montreal airport Saturday as operations resume after FAA ground stop
The Montreal-Trudeau International Airport said 40 flights were cancelled Saturday as operations resumed following a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ground stop that temporarily suspended flights on Friday.
40 flights were canceled at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport on Saturday as operations resumed following a temporary FAA ground stop that had suspended U.S.-bound flights on Friday.
Airlines were able to resume departures to the United States after the FAA lifted the temporary suspension after 9 p.m. local time, according to airport authorities.
The disruption followed a nationwide FAA ground stop on Friday for all departing U.S. flights, issued due to air traffic control communications issues described as extraordinary circumstances and safety concerns. The Montreal cancellation count reflects arrivals and departures affected by the prior day’s stop.
An airport spokesperson noted that aircraft unable to land in Montreal on Friday could not depart on Saturday, contributing to the cancellations. Travelers were advised to check flight status with their airline before heading to the airport.
Air Canada indicated that it would take time for operations to return to normal and warned that additional flights could be delayed or canceled as adjustments continued. The airline recommended checking reservation status and using self-service tools to manage trips if needed.