Orlando International Airport
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Mar- 2023 -18 MarchNews
Weather Wrestles MCO into “Ground Stop,” 100+ Flights Delayed
Flights in and out of Orlando International airport have been affected by intense storms striking through Central Florida. According to WESH2 Meteorologist Eric Burris, “A ‘Ground Stop' has been issued for MCO due to storms in the area… This will of course impact inbound and then outbound flights.” A 'Ground Stop' has been issued for @MCO due to storms in the area-
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17 MarchNews
MCO: Spring Breakers LEAVING Florida in Droves
The latest report from Orlando International Airport (MCO) shows that families are leaving in droves at the same time a record flood of travelers descends upon Central Florida. According to WESH2, the closest and largest airport to the Walt Disney World Resort, the Universal Orlando Resort, and the rest of the Greater Orlando Area has completely out of parking spaces. MCO's notice reads: “Or
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6 MarchNews
Orlando’s New Passenger Train Sets Multistate Speed Record
Florida's private passenger rail service, Brightline, has just become the fastest passenger train to ever operate in the Southeastern United States. Opening a rail connection between Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, and Miami in the second quarter of 2023, Brightline trains are expected to hit speeds of 125 miles per hour on a 35-mile stretch of t
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3 MarchNews
Orlando Airport Prepares to Receive Flood of Spring Breakers
INCOMING! The only time of year Floridians dreads more than snowbird and lovebug season is about to descend upon the Sunshine State once again. I am, of course, talking about Spring Break. Whether they come as packs of college students or families fitting in a mini vacation, the time between Late March and Mid-April remains a constant battle for survival as the annual migration pours in and runs t
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2 MarchNews
Fire Breaks Out on Flight to Orlando
A Spirit Airlines flight was diverted from Orlando International Airport (MCO) after a fire broke out onboard. Flight 259 was on its way to Orlando from Dallas when a battery from a passenger's item reportedly caught fire in the overhead cargo bin. The plane was diverted to Jacksonville where it landed safely. The fire was handled with the heroic help of a retired fireman who happened to be a pass
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1 MarchNews
New Train to Orlando to Set State Speed Record
When the private passenger rail line Brightline finally begins service in and out of Orlando International Airport (MCO), it is expected to be the fastest train service the State of Florida has ever seen. Related: Brightline Sets Start Date for Orlando Service While it is expected to provide connecting transportation to Theme Park Guests from MCO to two stations at the Orange County Convention Cen
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Feb- 2023 -15 FebruaryNews
Brightline Sets Start Date for Orlando Service
All aboard! High-speed passenger rail service will finally commence in and out of Orlando International Airport this year. Brightline, Florida's private passenger rail service announced that it will be ready to connect travelers and tourists to Orlando and South Florida by late Spring or Early Summer. According to Tampa Bay Business Journal, “Train service from South Florida to Orlando is e
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12 FebruaryNews
Flying Taxis to Disney World? Takeover Bill Specifically Allows Development of Helipads
The past few years have not been easy for out-of-state Guests trying to visit the Walt Disney World Resort, but a closer look at the State Takeover legislation suggests that a mutually-desired innovative solution could be in the works. Read More: Flying Into Orlando? Here’s How to Get to Walt Disney World Without Disney’s Magical Express While the Sunshine Flyer provides shuttle service from Orlan
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Jan- 2023 -12 JanuaryNews
Orlando Airport Named Worst in the Country
If you and your family begin and end your Walt Disney World Resort Vacation or Universal Orlando Resort Vacation by flying, chances are you had to pass through the worst airport in the United States. According to ABC, Orlando International Airport (MCO) earned the title of worst airport in the country due to the number of delayed flights it accumulated over the course of 2022. Using data from the
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9 JanuaryNews
Video: Brightline Unveils New Station at Orlando Airport
Florida’s new high-speed rail line is rolling closer to opening its new station at Orlando International Airport. While the connection to and from the Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort is still farther away, the dream of having a high-speed luxurious rain line connecting visitors in Orlando to Miami and the rest of South Florida is drawing near, with operations still expected to begin
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