American Airlines resumes flights after technical issue grounds planes on Christmas Eve
American Airlines has resumed flight operations after a "technical issue" grounded all its planes on Christmas Eve. The airline restored service by 8 am ET today, following a nationwide ground stop ordered by the Federal Aviation Administration. The disruption occurred during a busy travel period, causing frustration among passengers who reported delays and a lack of updates. The issue was linked to a software problem affecting weight and balance calculations. American Airlines apologized for the inconvenience caused to customers. The airline's stock initially fell nearly 3 percent but later recovered, rising by 1 percent after operations resumed.