ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando International Airport says it will reopen for departures on Friday after Hurricane Milton came through.
Crews have been assessing damage at Orlando International Airport and Orlando Executive Airport after closing ahead of Hurricane Milton’s arrival.
Operational Update/8 – Hurricane Milton
— Orlando International Airport (@MCO) October 10, 2024
Although we’ll receive a few domestic arrivals this evening, no departures or international flights will occur. Please don’t come to the airport for a departing flight tonight. Departures begin tomorrow. Check with your airline for updates. pic.twitter.com/PoUxvgLmiU
Orlando Executive Airport has also reopened after assessments, but fixed-based operators will not be able to open until sometime Friday because of power outages.
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Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Orlando Sanford International Airport says it will resume operations on Friday, Oct. 11. Passengers flying Allegiant Airlines should check with the company for updates.
Melbourne-Orlando International Airport
Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) closed commercial flight operations Wednesday and will reopen at 9 a.m. Friday, pending safe conditions.
Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB)
The airport is closed and officials are conducting inspections, which will determine whether the airport reopens Friday. Passengers should contact their airlines for the latest flight information.
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