The Federal Aviation Administration ended a nationwide ground stop shortly after 7:30 p.m. CT on Friday, according to Yahoo Sports.
The decision concluded a nearly five-hour disruption that halted all air travel across the country, including charter flights for college football programs.
Teams impacted by the stoppage are now working to finalize travel arrangements for their Week 11 matchups, as noted by LSU Wire.
LSU is scheduled to host Texas on Saturday with kickoff set for 6:30 p.m. CT.
As of late Friday, there have been no official announcements regarding potential changes to the game time or the status of the Longhorns’ travel plans to Baton Rouge, per Yahoo Sports.
Earlier in the day, Texas players returned to campus for a meal, a walk-through and additional meetings after deplaning, according to a report by CJ Vogel of OnTexasFootball.com.
The report indicated that the team still intends to fly tonight, though the specific timeline remains uncertain.
Journalist Ross Dellenger provided an update on the situation, stating, “Ground stoppage over. Ideally, several teams may attempt to fly tonight with others following early Saturday morning.”
The upcoming contest holds significant weight for the College Football Playoff race.
LSU enters the game needing a victory to keep its postseason aspirations alive, as the Tigers currently hold three losses on the season, as reported by LSU Wire.
Athletic departments across the country are expected to continue monitoring flight availability throughout the night to ensure teams arrive at their respective game sites.
While the lifting of the ground stop provides a path forward, the logistical challenges for visiting teams like Texas remain a primary focus for fans and officials alike heading into the weekend.