U.S.-bound flights held at YYC amid nationwide ground stop

Calgary Airports says all U.S.-bound departures at YYC are being held due to a nationwide FAA ground stop unfolding south of the border.

The organization released a statement Friday evening indicating departures of U.S.-bound flights at Calgary International Airport are on hold until further notice while the FAA ground stop is monitored.

The statement urged travelers with U.S. flights to check with their airline for the most up-to-date information and noted there are no other impacts reported at this time.

CNN reported that all flights in the United States are grounded until further notice, citing an FAA statement describing the action as due to extraordinary circumstances and safety concerns.

The FAA said the ground stop followed a communication issue impacting all Air Route Traffic Control Centers, with technicians investigating the issue, according to Secretary of Transportation statements.