FAA grounds all American Airlines flights due to systemwide technical issues
The Federal Aviation Administration has grounded all American Airlines flights in the U.S. due to a technical issue affecting the airline's entire system. This decision comes as millions of travelers are expected to fly during the holiday season. American Airlines has acknowledged the problem and is working to resolve it, but has not provided detailed information. The airline communicated with frustrated travelers on social media, asking for their patience. The FAA confirmed the airline's request for a nationwide groundstop, impacting both American Airlines and its subsidiaries. This disruption occurs during a peak travel period, with an estimated 40 million passengers expected to fly through January 2.