Ground stop issued for all departing flights across the U.S. due to communication issue

The FAA issued a ground stop for all departing flights across the U.S. due to a communication issue. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullen told reporters at the White House today that there is no indication of a nefarious attack. He reassured the public that this isn’t another 9/11 and that nationwide ground stops like this are extremely rare. In January 2023, the FAA halted flights because of an issue with a pilot alert system. Flights were also halted on 9/11. Flights already in the air have continued to fly, but it is unclear when departing planes will be able to take off again.