29 Mar 2024 | 01:04 AM UTC
US: Flight disruptions likely to continue at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), Ariz., through March 28 due to runway excursion
Delays likely at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), Ariz., US, March 28, after aircraft slides off runway. Reconfirm flights.
Flight delays and cancellations are likely at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, Arizona, US, through the evening of March 28 due to a disabled aircraft on one of the runways. Initial reports indicate a private jet ran off the end of the runway during takeoff at around 14:30. There have been no reports of casualties associated with the incident. Emergency crews are working to clear the aircraft from the impacted runway, though they have yet to provide an estimated timeframe for when the runway will reopen. Flight operations are continuing on the other two unaffected runways.
Lingering disruptions are likely and could extend for several hours as airlines work to reposition aircraft and clear passenger backlogs.
Confirm flights if flying via PHX March 28; do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Consider making alternative arrangements for time-sensitive travel if necessary.
