Flights at major U.S. Airports including New York’s JFK and LaGuardia have resumed after a ground stop caused by an accidentally cut cable, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The disruption initially affected airports in New York, Philadelphia, and surrounding areas, leading to flight delays and cancellations. The FAA confirmed that operations have gradually returned to normal as the issue was resolved.
The incident was triggered by a fiber optic cable that was severed, causing a communication failure that impacted air traffic control systems. This led to the temporary halt of flights at several key airports along the East Coast. Airlines and airport authorities worked swiftly to restore operations, with some flights resuming within hours.
The disruption affected travelers across multiple states, including New Jersey and Pennsylvania, with reports of long delays and stranded passengers. While the FAA has not yet released detailed information on the cause of the cable cut, the incident highlights the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to unexpected technical failures.
Efforts to fully restore all flights are ongoing, with the FAA monitoring the situation closely. Travelers are advised to check with airlines for the latest updates on their schedules.
