American Airlines flights grounded nationwide on Christmas Eve due to ‘technical issue’

(FOX BUSINESS) — American Airlines reported a widespread “technical issue” affecting all flights on Tuesday as many Americans begin traveling for the busy holidays.

An Air Traffic Control System Command Center advisory shows that the airline issued a nationwide groundstop on Christmas Eve.

– #BREAKING: AMERICAN AIRLINES SUSPENDS ALL FLIGHTS IN THE USA

The FAA has confirmed that American Airlines has halted all flight operations due to a serious national technical issue, affecting one of the busiest periods of the year, Christmas Eve.

American Airlines… pic.twitter.com/GEcN9uxUGa

— The Informant (@theinformant_x) December 24, 2024

“We’re currently experiencing a technical issue with all American Airlines flights,” the airline wrote on X. “Your safety is our utmost priority, once this is rectified, we’ll have you safely on your way to your destination.”

American Airlines trying to figure out how to scan their boarding passes pic.twitter.com/FJW8W5dD4r

— kate (@GrimaceLover8) December 24, 2024