American Airlines flight system glitch causes major delays
On Tuesday, American Airlines briefly halted all of its flights in the U.S. due to a technical issue, reports Sky News. Shortly afterward, the planes were back in the air, but even a brief pause can lead to delays.
American Airlines grounded all flights in the U.S. on Tuesday morning due to an unspecified technical issue, according to Sky News. Passengers on social media reported that their flights were stuck on the runway at various airports and were sent back to the gate.
The Associated Press explains that the airline experienced a technical failure affecting its entire system. "Our team is currently working to rectify this. Your continued patience is appreciated," the airline stated concisely on social media.
As ABC News reports, flights resumed after about an hour. However, Sky News assesses a new challenge: the possibility of disruptions in scheduled takeoffs and landings, as many flights now have to make up for the delays. CNN highlights that Christmas Eve is one of the year's busiest days for air traffic.
American Airlines operates thousands of flights daily to over 350 destinations in more than 60 countries.
