The United States was hit by a massive technical disaster on Friday morning, causing chaos and confusion at airports across the country. Thousands of flights were grounded, leading to cancellations and delays for travelers trying to reach their destinations.
A cybersecurity company confirmed that the issue was not a security incident or cyberattack, but the impact was felt far and wide. Airlines, banks, state agencies, and even emergency services were paralyzed by the technical fiasco.
Passengers at airports like Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport were left stranded, with one traveler expressing frustration over missing important events like a funeral and a birthday party. The Federal Aviation Administration was closely monitoring the situation and assisting airlines with ground stops until the issue was resolved.
Major airlines like Delta, American, and United were affected by the outage, with some temporarily pausing their flight schedules. Other airlines like JetBlue and Southwest reported minimal disruptions to their operations.
The technical disaster also affected 911 operations, mass transit systems, and banking services in various parts of the country. International airlines and airports were also impacted, adding to the global scale of the crisis.
As the situation unfolded, passengers faced uncertainty and long waits at airports, with some forced to sleep overnight in terminals. The outage also disrupted driver services in several states, adding to the widespread impact of the technical disaster.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. CNN’s team of reporters contributed to this report, highlighting the widespread effects of the technical disaster on businesses and travelers worldwide.