âTis the season for traveling! As the holidays creep closer and closer, more people begin flying all over the country to see friends and family. Flying is always stressful, especially when flights are delayed or canceled at a momentâs notice.
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Over at the Orlando International Airport (MCO), travelers have been given a heads-up that disruptions may occur due to a fuel shortage. Whether visiting Orlando to celebrate the holiday season over at Walt Disney World or to visit family, you may experience unexpected interferences.
Ops Update: Weather issues along the Gulf Coast had prevented reserve supply delivery of jet fuel at MCO. The weather has lifted and ships have departed. If flight disruptions occur, airline contingency plans are currently in place. Thank you for your patience.
— Orlando International Airport (@MCO) December 11, 2022
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The official Orlando International Airport (MCO) Twitter account recently made an announcement explaining that the weather along the Gulf Coast has affected the amount of jet fuel stored at the airport. They also notify travelers that the bad weather has resolved itself, that ships carrying more jet fuel are on their way, and that âairline contingency plans are currently in placeâ if there are âdisruptions.â
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Not only that, but the Federal Aviation Administration has also recommended that airlines flying into the Orlando International Airport (MCO) should fly in with enough fuel on board to depart afterward.
Some airlines have already begun to respond, saying that they will add stops to some of their flights in order to fuel up. Other airlines have assured their customers that they donât expect any extra stops.
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If youâre visiting or traveling through Orlando during the upcoming week, be sure to contact your airline to check the status of your flights and confirm whether any delays or added stops are expected.