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US Flights Grounded Nationwide
US airports halt all departures nationwide due to communication glitch and safety concerns.
In brief
US airports halt all departures nationwide due to communication glitch and safety concerns. US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy confirmed a nationwide ground stop for departing flights after a communication issue disrupted air traffic control operations. Originally reported by India Today.
US Airports Grounded
US airports halted all departing flights nationwide after a communication issue disrupted air traffic control operations, with authorities citing safety concerns.
Transport Secretary Sean Duffy
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the disruption was caused by a communication issue affecting all air route traffic control centres across the country.
Ground Stop Details
The ground stop means aircraft already in the air can continue to their destinations and land, but flights on the ground cannot take off until further notice.
Historical Context
This is the second nationwide ground stop since the September 11, 2001, attacks, following a similar incident in January 2023.
At a glance
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy confirmed a nationwide ground stop for departing flights after a communication issue disrupted air traffic control operations.
