FAA Lifts Nationwide Ground Stop, Air Travel Resumes
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that airplane departures can resume across the nation after a temporary ground stop was lifted.
Elmira, NY, November 13, 2026 — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that airplane departures can resume across the nation. This comes after a temporary ground stop, which had halted air travel nationwide, was lifted by the agency.
The ground stop was put in place earlier today, causing widespread disruptions for travelers and airlines. Specific details regarding the cause or duration of the initial ground stop were not immediately available.
As a result of the lifting of the FAA’s order, flights are expected to gradually return to normal schedules. However, travelers may still experience delays and cancellations as the air traffic system works to clear backlogs.
The exact number of flights affected by the ground stop was not provided. Information about the specific technical or operational issue that led to the grounding of flights was also not detailed in the announcement.
The FAA stated that it is working to ensure the safety and efficiency of the National Airspace System. Further updates are expected as operations normalize.
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