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US grounds flights nationwide after air traffic control communications outage

US grounds flights nationwide after air traffic control communications outage

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Nov 13 (Reuters) - The US Federal Aviation Administration grounded all departing flights nationwide on Friday after a communications failure hit air traffic control centers across the country, disrupting thousands of flights.
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White House urges Congress to provide $30.1 billion for aviation reform

White House urges Congress to provide $30.1 billion for aviation reform

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Nov 13 (Reuters) - The White House and Department of Transportation on Friday urged Congress to approve a further $30.1 billion to upgrade the United States' aging airports and air traffic control system.
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FAA Expands AI-Assisted Air Traffic Management System Nationwide Despite Congressional Concerns

FAA Expands AI-Assisted Air Traffic Management System Nationwide Despite Congressional Concerns

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has expanded its artificial intelligence-supported air traffic management system, Strategic Management of Airspace, Routes and Trajectories (SMART), to all 22 air route traffic control centers across the nation. This expansion, announced on November 10, aims to reduce flight delays and fuel consumption. The SMART system integrates approximately 200 data streams, including weather conditions, flight paths, traffic volumes, and controller staffing information, to proactively identify potential congestion. FAA specialists in Washington analyze this data and provide scheduling recommendations to the Air Traffic Control System Command Center in Warrenton, Virginia, which then forwards them to individual air traffic control facilities. Local management at these facilities decides whether to implement the recommendations, with controllers retaining ultimate responsibility for aircraft separation. Since its initial deployment in the Washington, D.C., area on September 21, ...
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Over 820 Flights Delayed Amid U.S. Weather Disruptions

Over 820 Flights Delayed Amid U.S. Weather Disruptions

As of 9:58 a.m. EST on November 12, 2026, over 820 flights were delayed and 65 canceled across the United States due to adverse weather conditions, according to FlightAware (Source time: not specified). Low clouds, rain, and wind have caused disruptions at major airports, including Boston (BOS), Chicago (MDW, ORD), New York (EWR, JFK, LGA), Philadelphia (PHL), and Washington, D.C. (BWI, DCA, IAD). Afternoon thunderstorms have also impacted flights in Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and Miami (MIA). Globally, over 10,261 flights have been delayed, with 456 cancellations reported.
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Wendy's is giving away free Frostys. How to get one

Wendy's is giving away free Frostys. How to get one

You can get a free small Frosty at Wendy’s on Nov. 15. Here's what you need to know.
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Dense Fog Causes Ground Stops at San Francisco International Airport

Dense Fog Causes Ground Stops at San Francisco International Airport

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) experienced significant disruptions on Monday morning due to dense fog, which reduced runway visibility to just over one-tenth of a mile. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued two consecutive ground stops, halting arrivals before 11:00 AM Pacific Time. A ground-delay programme was also implemented as visibility briefly improved to about half a mile by 9:23 AM. During the disruptions, SFO could only accommodate aircraft equipped for Category II and Category III instrument approaches. FlightAware reported 187 delayed flights and three cancellations, with average arrival delays of 63 minutes.
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TSA likely here to stay at ATL airport after studying privatization

TSA likely here to stay at ATL airport after studying privatization

Following a lengthy period of security chaos at the Atlanta airport during a government shutdown, the airport studied privatizing TSA.
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Fog disrupts flights in US, cascading delays to major hubs

Fog disrupts flights in US, cascading delays to major hubs

On 11 November 2026, US airports experienced 1,104 flight delays and 66 cancellations, with San Francisco International Airport (SFO) leading the disruptions due to dense fog earlier in the week. Other major hubs like Chicago O'Hare, Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Seattle also reported significant delays. American Airlines recorded the highest number of delayed flights among carriers. The fog-driven FAA ground stops earlier in the week at SFO contributed to the cascading delays across the network. The final figures for the day were expected to be higher than the mid-afternoon counts reported by FlightAware.
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San Francisco Tops List for Holiday Weather Delays

San Francisco Tops List for Holiday Weather Delays

A recent analysis by Upgraded Points highlights the U.S. airports most affected by weather-related flight delays during the holiday season. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) leads the list, with 40.32% of its delayed flights attributed to weather, primarily due to the region's persistent fog. Other airports with high weather-related delays include New York's LaGuardia (38.91%), Seattle-Tacoma (32.79%), Newark Liberty (31.56%), and Anchorage's Ted Stevens (29.64%). The study, based on Bureau of Transportation Statistics data from the last five holiday seasons, also identified Alaska Airlines as the carrier with the highest share of weather-related delays (27.75%), followed by United Airlines (25.36%). Conversely, airports like Los Angeles (10.17%) and Honolulu (11.45%) reported the lowest weather-related delays, thanks to their milder climates. (Source time: not specified.)
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I'm a soon-to-be voter. Democrats, Republicans haven't earned mine | Opinion

I'm a soon-to-be voter. Democrats, Republicans haven't earned mine | Opinion

We can escape the Republican vs. Democrat impasse and take direct action by forming a youth-led, populist party. I've already started.
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Boeing to stay close to factory floor for tough safety information, exec says

Boeing to stay close to factory floor for tough safety information, exec says

MONTREAL, Nov 10 (Reuters) - Boeing's safety chief said on Tuesday the company needs to stay close to workers on the factory floor to keep the exchange of difficult safety information flowing, at a time when the US planemaker is increasing output of key commercial jet models.
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Regal Cinemas Reportedly Considering Switch from Pepsi to Coca-Cola in 2027

Regal Cinemas Reportedly Considering Switch from Pepsi to Coca-Cola in 2027

Regal Cinemas Reportedly Considering Switch from Pepsi to Coca-Cola in 2027