FAA issues nationwide flights ground stop ‘due to extraordinary circumstances' and ‘safety'

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[The SC]

 

[The SC]

Whether the cause was purely technical, stemming from a malfunctioning infrastructure, or a cyberattack disguised as a "technical glitch," the operational outcome is the same: it has been practically demonstrated that it is possible to completely shut down American airspace without firing a single shot. This, in itself, represents a resounding wake-up call for the Pentagon and the US National Security Council to fortify their critical networks and completely isolate them from any digital vulnerabilities.