Nationwide US Flight Ground Stop Leads to Widespread Travel Disruptions

A rare nationwide Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ground stop in the U.S. on November 13, 2026, caused thousands of flight cancellations and delays, affecting both domestic and international travel. The disruption, the longest in 25 years, resulted from a telecommunications outage during routine maintenance at a remote FAA facility. Airlines faced significant operational recovery challenges into November 14, highlighting vulnerabilities in critical air traffic control infrastructure.