SEATTLE — The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport says the nationwide ground stop is affecting flights.
The FAA has issued a ground stop affecting departures at SEA and other airports across the country. Departures are temporarily suspended. Please check with your airline for flight updates. We'll provide updates as more information becomes available. pic.twitter.com/MDNtlcKmii
— Seattle-Tacoma Intl. Airport (@flySEA) November 13, 2026
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued the stop Friday afternoon, citing unspecified ‘extraordinary circumstances’ and safety.
The cause is not immediately known.
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KIRO 7’s Tyrah Majors is at SEA Airport, where her flight has been postponed:
No word on when flights will be allowed to take off again.
United States Secretary of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says FAA technicians are investigating the issue.
KIRO 7’s Madeline Ottilie is at the airport as well, tracking the latest updates:
She is reaching out to airlines to find out what your rights are for rebooking, cancellations, and refunds.
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell issued a statement about the issue:
“My team is in contact with the FAA about this nationwide ground stop as we monitor the situation. Technology issues related to how planes communicate through primary frequencies, backup frequencies, and other issues will be something the Commerce Committee will be reviewing.”
This is a developing story, check back for updates.
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