The Seattle Seahawks are on their way to Las Vegas for Sunday’s game against the Raiders, with no changes to their travel schedule despite widespread flight disruptions across the country.
The update follows a nationwide ground stop ordered by the Federal Aviation Administration on Friday, Nov. 13, after problems with air traffic control communications systems. Thousands of flights were canceled or delayed, creating travel challenges for teams and passengers.
## Seahawks’ Travel Plans Were Uncertain
Head coach Mike Macdonald said Friday that he had only just learned about the FAA disruption and that the team would adjust as needed. He later said Seattle was planning to travel Saturday, though he noted the departure was still subject to the situation.
The Seahawks have since proceeded with that plan. Seattle is scheduled to face the Raiders on Sunday, Nov. 15, at Allegiant Stadium, with kickoff set for 1:05 p.m. Pacific.
## FAA Disruption Affected Thousands of Flights
The communications failure halted departures nationwide for more than four hours on Friday. The issue involved telecommunications equipment used by air traffic controllers, and officials were investigating whether faulty equipment or contractor error caused the failure.
The FAA reopened the nation’s airspace, but disruptions continued into Saturday. More than 4,100 flights had been canceled that day, according to FlightAware. FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford said the worst of the disruption was over and expected air travel to recover by the end of Sunday.
Seattle enters the game with a 5-4 record after defeating the Arizona Cardinals 17-3. The Raiders are 4-5. Following the matchup, the Seahawks will have their Week 11 bye before facing the San Francisco 49ers on Nov. 29.
