3,000+ flight delays and 1,300 cancellations worldwide due to a global IT system failure caused by a third-party software outage.
A global IT system failure caused significant flight disruptions worldwide on Friday, leading to over 3,000 delays and 1,300 cancellations across the United States. Major airlines including United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines experienced similar technical issues. The outage arose from a third-party software outage that impacted computer systems globally. Airlines have offered travel waivers, allowing passengers to change flights without extra fees.
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