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What happened
The Federal Aviation Administration said a temporary outage at an air traffic control facility in Minnesota led to flights being grounded across the U.S. Midwest. The agency described the interruption as temporary.
Why travelers should care
Grounding of flights can cause delays, cancellations and missed connections for passengers traveling to, from or through airports across the region. Baggage and crew schedules may also be affected, increasing the chance of follow-on disruptions.
Who may be affected
Passengers with flights that originate, terminate or connect through Midwest airports are the most likely to feel the impact. Airlines and airport operations in the region may face knock-on effects until normal traffic control services are confirmed restored.
What to check next
Travelers should monitor their airline’s official communications, check live flight status, and follow notices from the airport and the FAA. If you have a connection, contact your carrier about rebooking options. It has not been confirmed in the supplied material whether full operations have been restored.
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