FAA Lifts Nationwide Ground Stop, Reopening US Airspace
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has lifted its nationwide ground stop, reopening US airspace after it was halted Friday afternoon.
Baton Rouge, LA, November 13, 2026 — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Friday afternoon that it has lifted a nationwide ground stop, allowing US airspace to reopen. The halt had previously impacted flights across the country.
The FAA implemented the nationwide ground stop earlier on Friday, leading to significant disruptions for air travel. The reason for the initial halt was not detailed in the provided summary. However, following an assessment, the agency determined it was able to lift the restriction, permitting normal operations to resume.
The duration of the ground stop was not specified, nor were details provided regarding the total number of flights affected, delays experienced by passengers, or the specific system or process that led to the initial grounding. Information regarding the cause of the disruption and the steps taken to resolve it are also not available in the summary.
With the lifting of the ground stop, airlines are expected to gradually resume their flight schedules. Passengers are advised to check directly with their airline for the latest information regarding their specific flight status, as residual delays or cancellations may occur as the system returns to normal operations.
The FAA is responsible for regulating civil aviation in the United States and ensuring the safety and efficiency of the National Airspace System. Further updates or explanations from the agency regarding the incident were not provided in the summary.
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