Rock Hall Induction Proceeds as FAA Grounds Nationwide Flights
Oasis, Sade, and Iron Maiden are absent from the ceremony, but other inductees are already in Los Angeles.
By Jack Thompson ·
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place on Saturday at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, despite the Federal Aviation Administration grounding all flights nationwide on Friday afternoon.
A representative for the organization confirmed that all participating artists are currently in the city. The group has completed two days of rehearsals. The representative stated, “the show is going to be incredible and not to be missed.”
The 2026 performer class includes Phil Collins, Wu-Tang Clan, Oasis, Billy Idol, Luther Vandross, Sade, Joy Division/New Order, and Iron Maiden. Oasis, Sade, and Iron Maiden previously confirmed they would not attend the event.
Additional honors include the early influence award for Queen Latifah, Gram Parsons, Celia Cruz, Fela Kuti, and MC Lyte. The musical excellence award goes to Linda Creed, Arif Mardin, Jimmy Miller, and Rick Rubin. Dick Van Dyke will receive the Ahmet Ertegun award, a distinction given to non-performing industry figures.
The aviation ground stop has not disrupted the Rock Hall event, but it may affect other entertainment schedules if it continues. The Film Academy’s Governors Awards are set for Sunday. ESPN reported that the stop has already impacted air travel for several college football teams preparing for weekend games.
