The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a nationwide ground stop on Friday, citing safety issues as apparent communication issues are impacting Air Traffic Control.
In a statement released by the FAA, they say the ground stop has been issued “due to extraordinary circumstances.”
United States Secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy, said that Air Route Traffic Control Centers are having communication issues with airports.
The @FAAnews issued a nationwide ground stop for all U.S. airports following a communication issue impacting all Air Route Traffic Control Centers. FAA technicians are investigating the issue. We will provide immediate updates as we have them.
— Secretary Sean Duffy (@SecDuffy) November 13, 2026
The FAA has ordered all aircraft operators and airports to remain ground stopped “until further notice.” International flights will also be handled on a case-by-case basis.
What is happening in Boston?
Boston Logan International Airport has released a statement saying that the airport is permitting “some transatlantic flights” to depart from the airport.
The FAA is permitting some transatlantic flights to depart Boston Logan. Passengers are encouraged to check directly with their airline for the latest flight information and updates. pic.twitter.com/UiVZkHqYUg
— Boston Logan International Airport (@BostonLogan) November 13, 2026
Governor Maura Healey says that she and her team have been briefed on the incident and are working to get information.
I’ve been briefed on the FAA’s nationwide ground stop and am in touch with @Massport about what it means for people flying in and out of Massachusetts.
We’re working to get answers from federal officials and will share updates as soon as we have more information.
— Governor Maura Healey (@MassGovernor) November 13, 2026
Tom Kinton, former head of Massport, says that a nationwide ground stop is uncommon. He says that the incident was part of “rolling blackouts” from each Air Traffic Control center…