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Nationwide ground stop ordered at airports, including Philadelphia International Airport: FAA
Jasmine T. Winters
Jasmine T. Winters
Reporter · King of Prussia, PA
Jasmine is a recent graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and has quickly made a name for herself in local journalism covering community events for the King of Prussia Chronicle. With a keen interest in local history and cultural initiatives, she enjoys sharing stories that reflect the town’s rich heritage.
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This story originally appeared on 6abc. The Federal Aviation Administration ordered a nationwide ground stop on Friday for all airlines, including Philadelphia International Airport, due to a communications issue. Secretary Sean Duffy says the issue is impacting all Air Route Traffic Control Centers. Air Route Traffic Control Centers are responsible for all flights above 18,000 feet. There are 22 of those centers in the U.S.
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