The role of a pilot during a ground stop, according to an expert NPR | By Tyler Bartlam, Patrick Jarenwattananon, Scott Detrow Published November 13, 2026 at 8:38 PM CST Twitter LinkedIn Email Listen • 6:17 As the nationwide aviation ground stop continues, there are still planes in the sky. Pilots are having to navigate this situation as we continue to learn more. Copyright 2026 NPR