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Flights halted at airports across US due to air traffic control communications problems
By Linda Foster
Nationwide FAA ground stop leaves travelers stranded at Augusta Regional Airport
Linda Foster
Linda Foster
Reporter · Augusta, GA
Linda Foster has spent the last 6 years immersing herself in Augusta's community news, focusing on initiatives and stories that highlight local residents. A graduate of Emmanuel College with a degree in Communication, she previously worked at a community radio station, where she developed her passion for grassroots storytelling.
More from Linda →Reporter · Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 4:46 AM · 1 min read
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – A nationwide ground stop issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Friday afternoon disrupted flights across the country, leaving some travelers unexpectedly stuck at Augusta Regional Airport. The FAA ordered flights to remain on the ground following communication problems affecting air traffic control centers nationwide. For some passengers, the disruption meant [...]
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Saturday, November 14, 2026
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