FAA Ground Stop Lifted: What Canadian Travellers Should Do Now | Nov. 14

Updated: November 14, 2026, 4:02 a.m. UTC (November 13, 11:02 p.m. Eastern Time).

The FAA’s nationwide ground stop has been lifted, and its live status page currently reports no active U.S. airport ground stoppages. But a cleared runway does not mean schedules are back to normal: airlines may still be dealing with cancelled flights, delayed aircraft and crews out of position. Air Canada said it cancelled its U.S. flights for the rest of Friday evening, and warned that some flights crossing U.S. airspace could also be affected. Canadian travellers flying on November 14 should check their specific itinerary with the airline before leaving for the airport. FAA airport status · Associated Press report on the disruption

• Destaques
• The FAA’s Nov. 13 nationwide ground stop ended early Nov. 14 UTC; no national stop is active now, according to the FAA status page.
• Air Canada reported suspending U.S. flights for the remainder of Friday evening; flights that cross U.S. airspace may also be disrupted.
• Check both your flight’s status and any airline rebooking notice before travelling to the airport.
• Allow extra time for connections, and keep receipts if disruption forces you to pay for essentials.

What happened with the FAA ground stop?

On Friday, November 13, the FAA ordered a nationwide ground stop after communications problems affected air traffic control operations. The agency’s command-centre advisory records the event from 20:53 UTC on November 13 until 04:00 UTC on November 14. That is 3:53 p.m. Friday to 11 p.m. Friday Eastern Time, spanning the date change in UTC. The advisory said departing traffic should remain stopped and inbound international flights would be managed case by case. Read the FAA command-centre advisory.

The FAA’s live status listing now says no airport ground stoppages are active. That is a current snapshot of air traffic measures, not confirmation that every airline has restored its schedule. The FAA itself directs passengers to their carrier for flight-specific information. A ground stop holds affected departures on the ground; once it ends, airlines still need to reposition aircraft and crews and work through accumulated delays.

How can a U.S. ground stop affect Canadian flights?

A flight between Canada and the United States can be affected even if it departs from a Canadian airport. The U.S. airport may be unable to accept arrivals, a Canadian carrier may suspend service, or the aircraft scheduled for your trip may be delayed elsewhere. Routes between Canada and other destinations can also be affected when they rely on U.S. airspace or aircraft and crew rotations connected to U.S. services.

These are possible knock-on effects, not a prediction that every Canadian flight will be delayed. The disruption’s duration and impact vary by airline, route and aircraft. The FAA’s current status page and its daily report are useful for broad conditions, but neither replaces an airline’s flight-specific notice. FAA daily air traffic report.

What should Canadian travellers do before going to the airport?

1. Check the airline’s app or website. Confirm the flight number, departure time and operating carrier. Recheck shortly before leaving and enable notifications.
2. Check every segment. For a connection, verify both the first flight and the onward flight; a delay on one leg can make the next unusable.
3. Use the airline’s rebooking channel if cancelled. Follow the instructions in the cancellation notice, app or booking account. If you booked through a travel agent or package provider, contact that seller for changes it controls.
4. Keep records. Save the notice, boarding pass and receipts for reasonable out-of-pocket costs. Whether a carrier must provide meals, accommodation, compensation or a refund depends on the circumstances and applicable rules.
5. Ask before making a separate booking. A new ticket or hotel may not be reimbursed automatically. Confirm options with the airline and review your travel insurance policy.

For flights departing from the United States, check the U.S. carrier or operating airline directly. Canadian passenger protections can depend on where the journey starts, the cause of disruption and whether the flight is within, to or from Canada. Consult the Canadian Transportation Agency’s Air Passenger Protection Regulations guidance for Canadian itineraries, and ask the carrier which rules it is applying to your booking.

Could delays continue after the stop is lifted?

Yes. The end of the FAA order allows operations to resume; it does not instantly restore the original schedule. Delays or cancellations may continue while aircraft and crews return to position and airlines clear backlogs. That is a conditional operational risk, not confirmation that disruption will continue throughout Saturday. The FAA’s live page showed no active nationwide stop when checked at the timestamp above, but conditions can change. Check the FAA for broader U.S. airport measures and your airline for the decision that matters to your ticket.

Frequently asked questions

Is the FAA ground stop still in effect?

No nationwide ground stop was active on the FAA status page when checked at 4:02 a.m. UTC on November 14. Individual flights may still be delayed or cancelled.

Should I still go to the airport?

First confirm that your flight is operating in the airline’s app or website. Follow the carrier’s instructions if your flight is changed or cancelled.

Can I get a refund if my flight is cancelled?

It depends on your itinerary, the reason for cancellation and the applicable passenger-protection rules. Contact the airline or booking provider and check the relevant Canadian Transportation Agency guidance.