The Federal Aviation Administration ordered a nationwide ground stop Friday for all airlines "due to extraordinary circumstances and for reasons of safety."
So far, there is no other information available as to why the ground stop was issues, or what the safety issues are.
Thrifty Traveler's Kyle Potter reports that air traffic control facilities across the country began experiencing issues. This is believed to be only the second nationwide ground stop since 9/11.
WCCO has reached out to MSP Airport for confirmation. This is a breaking news story. Stay with WCCO Radio for more.
