Ground stop issued at Detroit Metro Airport as severe weather disrupts flights

ROMULUS, Mich. – Flights at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport were temporarily halted Tuesday evening as thunderstorms moved through southeast Michigan, prompting federal aviation officials to issue a ground stop.

According to air traffic control advisories, the ground stop at Detroit Metro Airport took effect at 5:15 p.m. and is scheduled to remain in place until 7:45 p.m. on June 9, 2026.

The Federal Aviation Administration cited thunderstorms as the reason for the disruption, warning of potential delays for inbound and outbound flights…

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