Delta Air Lines Addresses Ground Stop at Detroit Metro Airport (DTW)
Delta Air Lines recently addressed a ground stop that took place at Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) on Friday morning. The issue was caused by a connectivity outage that impacted Delta operations.
Details of the Ground Stop at Detroit Metro Airport
The ground stop was issued due to a computer-related issue affecting flights at DTW. It began early Friday and lasted until approximately 9 a.m., when it transitioned to a ground delay, as confirmed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Impact on Delta Flights
Delta flights traveling to and from Detroit Metro Airport faced significant delays. On average, delays reached up to 2 hours and 40 minutes.
- Start Time: Early Friday morning
- End Time: Approximately 9 a.m. Friday
- Average Delay: 2 hours and 40 minutes
Statements from Delta and DTW
In a statement, Delta Air Lines confirmed the ground stop due to the connectivity issue. They emphasized that the airline’s teams were actively working to resolve the problem. Delta urged customers to check the Fly Delta app or their website for the latest flight status updates.
The statement from Detroit Metro Airport indicated that the network outage specifically affected operations at the McNamara Terminal and that other airlines were not impacted by this issue. DTW advised customers to verify their flight statuses before arriving at the airport.
Delta Air Lines is committed to keeping its passengers informed and is working diligently to rectify the situation as quickly as possible.
