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FAA issues nationwide ground stop for all U.S. airports

Nov 13, 2026 · NPR Staff

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FAA issues nationwide ground stop for all U.S. airports
A scenic view of aircraft flying overhead photographed on November 29, 2010 in Raleigh, North Carolina.
A scenic view of aircraft flying overhead photographed on November 29, 2010 in Raleigh, North Carolina.

The FAA has issued a nationwide ground stop for all U.S. airports following a "communication issue impacting all Air Route Traffic Control Centers," according to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.

(Image credit: Bruce Bennett)

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