American Airlines briefly grounded all flights in the U.S. on Christmas Eve due to an unspecified technical issue, impacting thousands of holiday travelers. Flights were restored at 13.30 irish time.
Passengers report delays, as flights are stuck or returned to the gate, with the airline providing limited information on social media.
The grounding follows a history of operational challenges faced by airlines during busy travel periods, reminiscent of the Southwest Airlines meltdown in 2022.
Meanwhile, American Airlines’ stock has seen a decline, reflecting the potential financial implications of this disruption amid a peak travel season.
There are no scheduled flights to or from Ireland with American airlines today. AA 7991 and aAA723 Dublin to Philadelphia are not scheduled until Saint Stephen’s day.
