A nationwide ground stop was implemented on Friday following an air traffic network failure, causing significant disruptions across the United States. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) lifted the ground stop after more than four hours.
The extensive halt in air travel resulted in thousands of flights being canceled and left thousands of travelers stranded. Airlines are now working to manage the backlog and resume normal operations.
The widespread flight chaos is expected to extend into the weekend, impacting various events, including College Football Saturday. This is a developing story and will be updated as details emerge.
