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US Flights Resume After Nationwide Ground Stop Lifted
US airlines resume flights after FAA lifts nationwide ground stop.
In brief
US airlines resume flights after FAA lifts nationwide ground stop. US airlines resume flights after FAA lifts nationwide ground stop that disrupted thousands of flights. Originally reported by France24.
FAA Lifts Nationwide Ground Stop
The Federal Aviation Administration lifted a nationwide ground stop that Trump administration officials blamed on 'overloaded,' 'outdated' systems.
Flights Diverted Nationwide
At least 827 flights were diverted as of 7:05 pm EST, with 670 flights returning to origin airports and 157 redirected to different airports.
Airports Affected
Flights diverted to Washington Dulles International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, and Nashville International Airport.
Travelers Stranded
Amber McQuilkin, 27, sat on a bench disappointed she might miss a trip to New York for the League of Legends world finals.
Flight Delays Impact
Austin Curtis and his wife rethought their trip from South Bend, Indiana, to Denver after being delayed during a layover in Chicago.
Homeland Security Secretary
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said the ground stop was caused by communication issues in the air traffic control system.
No Cyberattack Indicated
Mullin stated there were no signs of cyberattack or rogue artificial intelligence causing the communication failure.
System Overhaul Needed
The government has been working to overhaul outdated technology since Congress approved $12.5 billion for the project last year.
What to remember
US airlines resume flights after FAA lifts nationwide ground stop that disrupted thousands of flights.
