OIA back on schedule after weather forces flight delays nationwide

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Federal Aviation Authority is warning that weather could continue to lead to ground stops across the country.

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Delays were a thing of the past at Orlando International Airport Friday evening as many passengers were able to get to their gates ahead of time or right on time.

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This comes after delays riddled the airport earlier in the day and throughout the weekend.

More than 4,000 flights across the country were either delayed or canceled on Sunday alone.

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According to the FAA, the risk of ground stops due to weather remains. However, some passengers at OIA Friday night said they weren’t stressed about it.

“If there’s a delay, there’s a delay,” traveler Miyagi Dabs said. “I’m not worried about it.”

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