Global IT Outage Causes Chaos: Thousands of Flights Cancelled Around the World

Title: Global IT Outage Causes Chaos in Air Travel

Major airlines worldwide have been hit with a global IT outage, leading to the cancellation of more than 1,300 flights and causing widespread disruption for travelers. The issue, caused by a faulty software update from cybersecurity firm Crowdstrike, has affected not only airlines but also banks and emergency services.

Delta Airlines, the world’s second largest carrier, and American Airlines were among the major airlines forced to ground their flights due to communication issues stemming from the IT outage. However, some operations have now been restored as Crowdstrike works to resolve the issue.

Nearly 28,000 flights have been delayed and over 3,000 cancelled, leaving thousands of travelers stranded. American Airlines and Delta have announced that they will issue travel waivers for affected passengers.

The impact of the IT outage has been felt beyond the US, with airports in Japan, India, and the Netherlands also reporting disruptions. Hospitals have also been affected, with systems momentarily down at facilities in New York and Boston.

As passengers and airlines navigate the chaos caused by the global IT outage, the focus remains on resolving the issue and getting flights back on schedule. Travelers are advised to check with their airlines for updates on their flights.