IT outages have been reported across the globe as airlines, airports, banks and media companies have suddenly experienced ongoing disruptions that have upended the daily lives of potentially millions of people.
American Airlines, United and Delta have asked the FAA for global ground stop on all flights, according to an alert from the FAA on Friday morning.
The FAA is telling air traffic controllers to tell airborne pilots that airlines are currently experiencing communication issues.
Meanwhile, flights in the air will stay in the air, but no American, United or Delta flights will take off.
“We’re aware of a technical issue with CrowdStrike that is impacting multiple carriers. American is working with CrowdStrike to resolve the issue as quickly as possible and apologize to our customers for the inconvenience,” American Airlines said in a statement obtained by ABC News.
It is unclear how widespread the issue is but Melbourne Airport in Australia has also said they are “experiencing a global technology issue” which is impacting their check-in procedures.
FILE – An American Airlines Airbus A321 takes off from Fort Lauderdale’s Hollywood International Airport in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. on Nov. 29, 2018. A smoking laptop in a passenger’s bag prompted an evacuation on an American Airlines flight headed to Miami from San Francisco International Airport Friday, July 12, 2024, according to the airline.
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Global IT outages have also been reported in many countries across the world including Berlin Airport in Germany, the London Stock Exchange, Google Cloud and Gatwick Airport in the United Kingdom.
Crowdstrike, the U.S. cybersecurity company, has admitted to being responsible for the error and are working to correct it.
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In recent news, a series of global IT outages have been reported, causing disruptions for airlines, airports, banks, and media companies around the world. These outages have highlighted the vulnerability of our increasingly interconnected digital infrastructure and the potential risks associated with relying on technology for critical services.
One of the most high-profile incidents occurred when a major airline experienced a widespread IT outage, leading to flight delays and cancellations for thousands of passengers. The airline was forced to ground its fleet and cancel flights as it worked to resolve the issue, causing chaos and frustration for travelers.
Similarly, airports have also been impacted by IT outages, leading to long lines, delays, and confusion for passengers. In some cases, security screening systems were affected, causing further disruptions and concerns about passenger safety.
Banks have also been hit by IT outages, with customers reporting problems accessing their accounts, making transactions, and using online banking services. These outages have raised concerns about the security of digital banking systems and the potential for financial losses for customers.
Media companies have not been immune to these IT outages either, with reports of websites crashing, streaming services going offline, and social media platforms experiencing technical difficulties. These disruptions have affected the ability of media companies to deliver news and entertainment to their audiences, leading to frustration and complaints from users.
The root causes of these global IT outages vary, with some incidents attributed to software glitches, hardware failures, cyberattacks, or human error. However, what is clear is that these outages have highlighted the need for organizations to invest in robust IT infrastructure, implement effective cybersecurity measures, and have contingency plans in place to mitigate the impact of potential disruptions.
As our reliance on technology continues to grow, it is essential for companies to prioritize the resilience and reliability of their IT systems to prevent future outages and minimize the impact on their operations and customers. By learning from these incidents and taking proactive steps to strengthen their digital infrastructure, organizations can better protect themselves against the risks of global IT outages in the future.
