Chicago, IL – Travelers across Chicago faced significant delays Sunday night as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a ground stop at Midway International Airport after an aircraft became disabled on a runway.
According to the FAA, the incident occurred Sunday night when an aircraft was reported “disabled” on an active runway, prompting the agency to halt all departing flights while crews responded. The FAA did not immediately specify what caused the aircraft to become disabled, but no injuries were reported as of late Sunday.
The ground stop affected both arriving and departing flights, with the FAA cautioning that delays could extend into the night as airport operations worked to safely remove the aircraft and inspect the impacted runway. Passengers traveling through Midway were encouraged to check with their airlines for updated departure times.
Midway International Airport, located on Chicago’s Southwest Side, serves thousands of travelers daily and is a major hub for domestic flights. Sunday’s ground stop created ripple effects across the region, impacting travelers in Cook County, the Chicago metro area, and statewide connections.
As of the latest update, operations were expected to gradually resume once the runway was cleared and deemed safe for use. The FAA said additional updates would be released as more information becomes available.
