United Airlines temporarily suspended all flights in the U.S. and Canada due to a brief connectivity problem, marking the second such incident in less than two months caused by unspecified technical issues, leading to widespread delays and disruptions.
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop advisory for Alaska Airlines due to a technological issue, leading to flight delays, but the stoppage has since been canceled. This comes after a recent incident where a window panel on one of their flights broke away mid-flight, leading to the grounding of the airline's fleet of Boeing 737 MAX-9 planes and ongoing legal action. Additionally, a consumer lawsuit has been filed regarding Alaska Airlines' proposed acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines.
Kansas City International Airport is experiencing a technological issue with its outbound baggage system, causing long lines at ticket counters and bag drop. The airport is working to identify the cause and find a solution. Travelers can check the FlyKC website for the latest flight status updates.