FAA Communications Failure Grounds US Flights: Thousands Stranded, Recovery May Take Days | N18

America's aviation network has been thrown into unprecedented disruption after a communications failure at air traffic control centres forced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to impose a nationwide ground stop on departing flights. The restriction was lifted on Friday evening, but the disruption continued to ripple through airports across the United States.The shutdown lasted more than four hours and affected departures nationwide. According to FlightRadar24 figures cited in reports, more than 4,700 flights were cancelled and 10,000 delayed on Friday, while another 700 cancellations had already been recorded for Saturday. Aviation analysts warned that it could take several days for airlines to restore normal schedules as aircraft, crews and passengers remain out of position.The FAA said a temporary telecommunications outage had affected air traffic control operations. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy confirmed that communications problems were impacting the country's Air Route Traffic Control Centres. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said there was no indication of a malicious attack, while investigations into the cause continued. Officials said aircraft already airborne had been accounted for. n18oc_breakingnewsn18oc_IndiaCNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights,...