The Federal Aviation Administration has grounded flights across the East Coast after a critical equipment failure disrupted air traffic control systems. Major hubs including New York’s JFK, Newark Liberty, and Philadelphia International airports are among those experiencing delays and cancellations as controllers scramble to restore operations. Passengers are advised to check with airlines for updates as the agency works to resolve the widespread outage. The disruption underscores the fragility of the national air traffic network when key infrastructure fails.
FAA halts East Coast flights due to equipment outage, affecting major US airports like JFK, Newark, and Philadelphia.