New York – A significant equipment failure at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) led to widespread flight disruptions at Newark Liberty International Airport on Monday afternoon.

Ground Stop Implemented

At approximately 1:53 p.m., the FAA issued a ground stop for all Newark-bound flights. This measure left departures halted at their respective origin airports until at least 5 p.m., causing considerable inconvenience for travelers.

Impact on Flight Operations

Airport officials communicated the situation via social media, advising passengers to check flight statuses directly with their airlines.

Flightaware.com reported that planes, such as United Airlines Flight 1321, were forced to circle in New Jersey airspace rather than proceed to their intended destinations, including Los Angeles International Airport.

Delays Experienced

Departures from Newark experienced delays exceeding two hours, while arriving flights were impacted with delays around 15 minutes. The disruptions not only affected Newark, as Flightaware’s Misery Map indicated mounting delays across the country due to the FAA equipment issue.

Status Updates from Major Airports

For real-time updates on flight statuses at various airports, the following links provide detailed information:

• Newark Airport: Check here.
• JFK Airport: Check here.
• LaGuardia Airport: Check here.