United Airlines was forced to impose a nationwide ground stop on all domestic flights after suffering a catastrophic system failure. The temporary suspension, triggered by what the airline described as a 'system-wide technology issue', caused chaos for travellers across the United States.
Nationwide Disruption
Passengers reported being stuck on grounded aircraft or stranded at departure gates as the airline scrambled to resolve the technical problems. Airport screens flashed with cancellation notices as the ripple effect spread through United's extensive route network.
Passenger Frustration Mounts
'We were literally about to push back from the gate when they told us all flights were stopped,' said one frustrated traveller at Chicago O'Hare. 'No explanation, just endless waiting.' Social media quickly filled with angry posts from customers demanding answers about when normal service might resume.
Technical Troubles Deepen
This marks the second major operational crisis for United in recent months, raising questions about the airline's IT infrastructure resilience. Aviation experts suggest aging systems combined with increased post-pandemic travel demand may be exposing vulnerabilities in airline operations.
The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed working with United to restore systems, but could not provide an estimated timeline for full recovery of services. Travelers are advised to check flight status before heading to airports.
