The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a significant update regarding all Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort vacations for 2026.Credit: DisneyOrlando Airport Turmoil Leaves Travelers on Edge—But a Bigger Question Looms for 2026 VacationsIt started with a familiar sight that no traveler wants to see: a wall of red across departure boards, each delay and cancellation piling up like dominoes. Over the past several days, thousands of passengers stepping off Magical Express alternatives or ride-shares toward Orlando International Airport (MCO) walked straight into a tense, uncertain scene. Families heading home from Walt Disney World Resort clutched souvenirs while scanning for updates. Universal Orlando Resort visitors stared at their phones, wondering if they’d make it back to work on time. With so many vacationers suddenly at the mercy of shifting federal decisions, one lingering question rose to the surface: What does this chaos mean for the future of Orlando tourism—especially heading into 2026?