What caused the ground stop at Orlando International Airport?

A United Airlines flight experienced a mechanical issue upon landing, leading the FAA to issue a ground stop.

Were there any injuries on the United Airlines flight at Orlando?

No injuries were reported among the 200 passengers and six crew members on board the affected United Airlines flight.

How were passengers handled after the incident at Orlando International Airport?

On-site crews assisted passengers in disembarking the aircraft and transported them to the terminal via buses.

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Orlando Airport Chaos: Plane Issue Halts Flights

19 Jan

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Summary

A ground stop at Orlando International Airport caused travel chaos.
A United Airlines plane experienced a mechanical issue upon landing.
Passengers were safely disembarked and taken to the terminal by bus.

Orlando Airport Chaos: Plane Issue Halts Flights

Holiday weekend travel plans were thrown into disarray at Orlando International Airport following a ground stop. The Federal Aviation Administration implemented a temporary halt on flights around 2 p.m. on Sunday. This measure was a direct response to a United Airlines flight arriving from Chicago that experienced an unspecified mechanical issue shortly after landing.

The incident involved United Airlines Flight 2323, carrying 200 passengers and six crew members. Airport and airline officials confirmed that all individuals onboard were safely disembarked from the aircraft on the runway. They were subsequently transported to the airport terminals using buses, ensuring passenger safety throughout the process.

While the exact nature of the mechanical issue remains unclear, the incident prompted an immediate cessation of flight operations related to the affected aircraft. The FAA's ground stop, aimed at managing the situation, caused considerable disruption for travelers during this peak holiday period.