Temporary Grounding of Flights by FAA in the U.S.
November 13, 2026
In the United States, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has temporarily grounded all flights due to serious issues with air traffic control communication systems. The U.S. Secretary of Transportation stated that the malfunction affects all air traffic control centers. Flights already airborne can land normally, while those on the ground remain grounded. This is only the second time such a measure has been taken since September 11, 2001. FAA technicians are working to restore normal operations.