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Old tech blamed for the ground stop that caused flight chaos: 'It got overloaded'

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Published November 13, 2026

The nationwide ground stop that paralyzed the U.S. aviation system on Friday has ended, according to Federal Aviation Administration. (Image credit: Lindsey Wasson)

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