FAA issues ground delay for Nashville flights due to air traffic control staffing shortage
Published on April 16, 2026.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FIA) has issued a ground delay program for incoming flights to Nashville International Airport due to a staffing shortage. The delay is set to begin at 4 p.m. on April 16 and continue through the night. Departing flights from the airport will not be affected. This follows a temporary halt in arrivals and departures in January due to staffing issues.
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FAA issues ground delay for Nashville flights due to air traffic control staffing shortage
The FAA has issued a ground delay program for incoming flights at Nashville International Airport due to a shortage of controllers.