Flight Grounding Forces Auburn Into Last-Minute Travel Changes Ahead of Mississippi State Game

On Friday, November 13, 2026, a nationwide flight grounding caused by air traffic control communication problems forced Auburn to change its travel plans for Saturday’s game at Mississippi State. The Tigers planned to bus from Columbus, Georgia, to Tupelo, Mississippi, arriving around 10 p.m., about 13 hours before the 11 a.m. kickoff in Starkville.