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Ground Stop Implemented at Major U.S. Airports The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a ground stop for United Airlines flights departing from Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, as well as several other major hubs across the United States. This measure affects airports in Denver, Newark, Houston, and San Francisco, according to an FAA alert. The reason behind the ground stop was initially unclear. United Airlines responded to social media inquiries by stating that the action was due to a "system error." However, the exact nature of the problem remained unspecified. In a statement provided to the Daily Mail, United Airlines confirmed that a "technology issue" was the cause of the precautionary measure. The airline emphasized that safety is their top priority and assured passengers that they are working to resolve the issue. "Due to a technology issue, we are holding United mainline flights at their departure airports. We expect additional f...

United Airlines Experiences Technology Outage, Causes Flight Delays United Airlines faced a significant disruption on August 6 when it decided to ground its flights at U.S. airports due to a technology issue. The airline issued a statement indicating that all mainline flights were being held at their departure points, leading to widespread delays and cancellations. The problem stemmed from an outage in the airline’s weight calculation system, according to a source familiar with the situation. This critical system is responsible for determining the correct weight and balance of each aircraft before takeoff, which is essential for safe and efficient flight operations. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed that a ground stop had been implemented for United Airlines flights at several major U.S. airports. These included key hubs such as Newark, Denver, Houston, and Chicago. A ground stop means that no flights can depart until the issue is resolved, further compounding the ...