A nationwide ground stop issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) caused significant travel disruptions across the United States, impacting several college athletic teams. The measure left travelers, including those at McGhee Tyson airport, in limbo.
Following the lifting of the FAA's nationwide ground stop, the Tennessee Volunteers football team was able to board their flight to Texas A&M for their scheduled game. Other teams, such as the Texas Longhorns, were still awaiting flights to Baton Rouge, while Ole Miss's travel for an Oklahoma football game had also been on hold.
The FAA's order temporarily halted all domestic departures, affecting numerous flights and travel plans for both athletic teams and general passengers. This is a developing story and will be updated as details emerge.
