FAA briefly halts flights at San Francisco Airport, quickly resumes operations

The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has lifted a temporary ground stop at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) after a short disruption that

The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has lifted a temporary ground stop at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) after a short disruption that delayed some incoming flights on Sunday night.

The restriction briefly halted certain flights bound for San Francisco, holding them at departure airports for a limited period. According to FAA information, the ground stop was in effect from around 9:53 pm to 11:15 pm Pacific Daylight Time.

The order affected flights linked to select air traffic control centers in the western United States. However, the disruption was lifted slightly earlier than the scheduled end time, and normal operations resumed shortly after.

Airport authorities did not immediately issue a statement on the cause of the temporary suspension. The FAA also did not provide detailed reasons for the ground stop.

San Francisco International Airport is one of the busiest airports in the United States, handling tens of millions of passengers each year. It serves as a major hub for domestic and international flights, particularly routes connecting the US with Asia.

Despite the brief pause in operations, no major long-term delays were reported once the restriction was lifted. Airlines resumed normal scheduling after the ground stop ended.

Earlier this year, the FAA had announced operational adjustments at SFO aimed at managing air traffic flow and improving safety. Those measures have occasionally resulted in delays during peak travel periods.

Authorities continue to monitor air traffic conditions to ensure smooth operations at the airport.