Ground delay lifted at Austin airport

AUSTIN, Texas - A ground delay has been lifted for departures at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

The advisory went on for over five hours.

What we know:

According to the FAA, on Monday, Nov. 17, a ground delay was issued for all departing flights at the Austin airport. 

The advisory lifted shortly after 10 p.m.

A staffing shortage is the reason for the advisory, the FAA said.

Travelers are being asked to connect with their airlines for flight statuses.