Thousands of Flights Canceled Amid Global IT Outage

Worldwide Impact

As of 12 pm, nearly 4,300 flights have been canceled worldwide due to a global IT outage, according to Cirium. The outage has affected flights across the globe, with major airports in the United States, Europe, and Asia experiencing significant disruptions.

Passengers Stranded

At Narita International Airport in Japan, some passengers reported being stranded for several hours. Many expressed frustration and uncertainty about when their flights would resume.

IT Disaster Grounded US Flights

In the United States, hundreds of flights were grounded Friday morning due to the technical disaster. The outage has impacted businesses worldwide, leading to cancellations and delays for air passengers.

Global Industries Affected

The global IT outage has hit industries across the world. In addition to the aviation industry, banking, healthcare, and retail sectors have also been affected. Almost 1,400 flights have been canceled, and businesses are experiencing delays and disruptions.