Travelers stuck waiting for flights at MIA, FLL amid nationwide ground stop ordered by FAA

Several travelers at Miami International Airport and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport are not sure what to do while they wait for their flights during the ongoing nationwide ground stop due to air traffic control communication issues. Though thousands of travelers pass through MIA every day, none of them can catch their flights on Friday afternoon after the Federal Aviation Administration ordered a nationwide ground stop for all domestic and most international flights. 7Skyforce hovered near the airport, where vehicle traffic was moving normally but none of the airplanes were moving on the tarmac. Inside, it appeared business as usual for the most part. The flight board showed takeoff and departure times being pushed later into the evening. Other flights expected later in the night are still running as scheduled. After hearing about the ground stop, several travelers were hesitant to check their luggage in because they weren t sure how long the delay would