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Over 70 flights were canceled at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport on November 9 due to FAA-mandated capacity reductions and ongoing government shutdown impacts, affecting multiple airlines and causing widespread travel disruptions.
Due to the federal government shutdown and resulting capacity restrictions, multiple flights at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport have been canceled on Saturday, with ongoing updates expected as more cancellations may occur. Passengers are advised to monitor their flight status and contact airlines for rebooking or refunds.
Dozens of flights at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport were canceled and delayed as a winter storm brought heavy snowfall to the area, with cancellations reaching 49 arrivals and 77 departures by midday. The storm, expected to bring up to 10 inches of snow, also prompted some municipalities to declare snow emergencies, leading to school closures and program cancellations. The weather system is causing disruptions not only at the airport but also in various other aspects of daily life, with steady to heavy snowfall forecasted to continue throughout the evening and into the overnight hours.
Customs officers at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport seized a shipment of 2,536 pre-filled syringes of "vaginal tightening gel" from Hong Kong, with an estimated resale value of over $19,000. The gel, in violation of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, was headed to a Woodbury residence. CBP warns that using unregulated gels can be dangerous, as they may contain unapproved ingredients, and urges consumers to be cautious when purchasing such products.
The yellow-and-green Berkeley car became the unexpected star of the Autopian booth at the Los Angeles Auto Show, drawing in crowds of people who were eager to take pictures or even climb inside. The car brought joy to many, especially children, and even had a security guard assigned to keep an eye on it. Additionally, the article mentions the Minneapolis-St.Paul airport's renowned bathrooms, which have gained attention and awards for their design and functionality.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and Delta Air Lines have announced a $242 million renovation project for Terminal 1, which will be the largest interior renovation since the terminal's opening in 1962. The project aims to create a unified and modern design for the concourses and approximately 75 Delta gate areas. The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) will invest $182.5 million, with Delta contributing $60 million. The renovation is expected to be completed by late 2025 and will not involve taxpayer funds. Both MAC and Delta remain optimistic about post-pandemic travel demand.
A man with an outstanding warrant attempted to evade arrest at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport by opening a plane's emergency exit door and running onto the airfield. He was later found inside an airline service food truck and arrested. The man had violated a restraining order and had an active felony drug warrant.
A passenger on a Sun Country flight from Orlando was arrested at MSP Airport after opening the emergency hatch, fleeing across the tarmac, and hiding in a LSG Sky Chef truck. The suspect was taken into custody by Airport Police, and the reason for the arrest remains unclear. Sun Country stated that they take incidents like this seriously.
Travelers at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport faced long lines, cancellations, and delays due to a winter storm that canceled or delayed nearly 200 departing flights. The airport was short-staffed, leading to issues at security, and only one checkpoint was open for a while. Sun Country Airlines apologized for the delays and cancelations and said they were working hard to resume operations for their customers. As of Saturday, it's been one of the top three snowiest winters of all time in the metro area.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport reports record-setting passenger volume during the month of March, with its five busiest days since the start of the pandemic. The airport is expected to remain busy through the middle of next month due to the largest districts in the state being on spring break. MSP is adding staff during peak hours, but passengers should plan on arriving early. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) expected national spring break passenger volumes to rival pre-pandemic levels.