Hoobastank, Simple Plan Performed Mid-Flight Amid National Ground Stop
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Southwest Airlines revived its “Live at 35” program with surprise midflight performances by Hoobastank, The Used, Simple Plan, and Lolo on a flight from Los Angeles to Orlando on Nov. 13.
- The flight departed about two hours before the FAA imposed a nationwide ground stop on air travel, which stranded over 1 million travelers due to “extraordinary circumstances.”
- Hoobastank performed their hit “The Reason” live during the flight, engaging passengers who shared the experience on social media.
- The artists were en route to the final Vans Warped Tour 2026 stop in Orlando, a festival known for showcasing rock, pop punk, and alternative acts across multiple U.S. and international locations.
- The FAA ground stop lasted approximately five hours, causing widespread delays and cancellations but allowing flights already airborne to continue.
