PALM SPRINGS, Calif. _ Former President Barack Obama and his family, on their way to their first post-White House vacation, hit a hurdle in their transition from public life.
The Obamas' scheduled to land around 3:20 p.m. PST at Palm Springs International Airport, circled the airport in rain and strong winds, awaiting a chance to make a safe landing _ to no avail.
Chatter over air traffic control suggested that the plane could be diverted to another local airport. Close-by options include Ontario International Airport or the March Air Reserve Base in Riverside County.
A Secret Service spokesman confirmed that the flight was delayed because of weather conditions but said he was not allowed to share information about where the former president lands.
As it neared 5 p.m., the Obamas were still in the air.
