How travelers can navigate trips as ground stop effects linger, expert says
Summary
A telecommunications problem in the air traffic control system led to a nationwide ground stop, and its effects continued to disrupt U.S. flights on Saturday, Nov. 14. Travel expert Brett Snyder said airlines might not return to normal schedules until Monday and advised passengers to monitor updates, check connecting flights, and consider rebooking if delays make a trip impractical.Key Facts
- More than 14,000 flights were canceled on Friday and Saturday, according to FlightAware.
- About 160 Sunday flights had been canceled as of Saturday afternoon.
- The Federal Aviation Administration said a telecommunications issue in its air traffic control system caused the ground stop.
- FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford said the system was expected to be fully recovered by Sunday.
- American, Southwest, Delta, and United offered travel waivers.
- American Airlines announced fare caps for domestic and short international flights.
- Snyder advised passengers to use airline apps, watch flight alerts, and contact airline staff when needed.
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