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LIVE: FAA issues nationwide ground stop after communications outage in US
Publication: Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
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Source published: 13/11/2026, 22:02:07 UTC
Briefing created: 13/11/2026, 23:04:10 UTC
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Briefings
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a nationwide ground stop for all departing flights in the United States due to a reported communications outage. This directive was issued on November 13, 2026, affecting the entire country's air traffic control system. The specific cause of the outage remains unconfirmed, and the operational impact on flight schedules is not yet fully quantified.
Key points
- The FAA issued a nationwide ground stop for all departing flights in the United States on November 13, 2026, citing a communications problem.
- The specific technical cause of the outage is unknown, and the operational impact on flight schedules is not yet fully quantified.
Context
This directive represents a significant disruption to US aviation operations, as the FAA's air traffic control system is currently unavailable. The situation requires immediate investigation to determine the root cause and restore normal flight operations.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to a single sentence stating the FAA issued a ground stop; the specific cause of the outage is unknown, and the operational impact on flight schedules is not yet fully quantified.
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