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FAA Issues Nationwide Ground Stop Due to Communication Issue

The FAA implemented a nationwide ground stop on Friday due to a communication issue affecting Air Route Traffic Control Centers. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin confirmed that the stop was not related to a security threat.

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a nationwide ground stop on November 13, 2026, affecting all US airport departures due to a communication issue. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the stop, and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin confirmed it was not related to any security threat. He noted that the FAA would manage incoming international flights on a case-by-case basis.

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  • FAA issued a nationwide ground stop on November 13, 2026.
  • The ground stop was due to a communication issue affecting Air Route Traffic Control Centers.
  • Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the ground stop.
  • DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin stated there was no security threat.
  • International flights will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
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