Ground stop lifted at Palm Springs airport after air traffic control issue

Update - 4:20 p.m.

The FAA ground stop impacting flights at Palm Springs International Airport has been lifted.

Departures and arrivals will begin to slowly resume, though delays are expected to continue as operations normalize. Travelers should continue to monitor flight status directly with their airline.

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs International Airport is announcing cancelled flights for Saturday travelers.

PSP reports the ground stop is due to an Federal Aviation Administration air traffic control issue affecting Southern California airspace.

News Channel 3 received numerous calls from travelers who claimed flights were cancelled. We reached out to PSP and received the following statement:

"Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is experiencing impacts today due to a Federal Aviation Administration air traffic control issue affecting Southern California airspace.
 
At this time, departing flights are not operating due to a ground stop. Aircraft have been able to arrive, though some inbound flights have diverted, and delays and schedule disruptions are expected. This issue is not specific to PSP and is affecting multiple Southern California airports.
 
PSP continues to work closely with airline partners and the FAA, which is managing the situation. Travelers should contact their airline directly for the latest flight information. PSP will share additional updates as needed."
– Palm Springs International Airport

Stay with News Channel 3 for updates and to hear from travelers.