American Airlines grounded all flights due to a technical glitch, causing 51 cancellations and major delays nationwide.

American Airlines temporarily grounded all its flights nationwide due to a technical issue with its flight operating system, causing significant delays and 51 cancellations. The Federal Aviation Administration issued a national ground stop, which was lifted an hour later. The incident occurred during the busy Christmas travel season and amid winter weather, affecting major hubs like Dallas-Fort Worth, New York's Kennedy Airport, and Charlotte. Only 36% of the airline's scheduled flights departed on time, leading to frustration among travelers, especially those with connecting flights.

December 24, 2024
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