The Federal Aviation Administration ordered a nationwide ground stop Friday, directing airports to hold departing traffic because of “extraordinary circumstances” and safety concerns.
An FAA air traffic control advisory said all departing traffic should remain grounded until further notice. Inbound international flights will be handled on a case-by-case basis, according to the advisory.
A statement received by CBS2 from an official at the Boise Airport says:
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a nationwide ground stop for all airports, including at Boise Airport. Flights already en route to Boise will be allowed to land. Travelers should check directly with their airlines for the latest information about delays or cancellations.
Several flights are listed as delayed on the Boise Airport flight status tracker…