FAA Lifts Ground Stop for American Airlines After IT Outage
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has lifted a nationwide ground stop for American Airlines following a brief IT outage that disrupted flights. The ground stop, requested by American Airlines, temporarily halted all domestic flights while technical teams worked to restore operational systems. The issue was resolved, and the ground stop was canceled shortly after. However, operational restrictions remain for flights heading into Charlotte Douglas International Airport, a major hub for the airline. The outage compounded existing travel disruptions caused by severe weather along the East Coast.