United Airlines Resolves Technology Hiccup After Nationwide Grounding

United Airlines experienced a major technological malfunction that resulted in a temporary halt to flights nationwide. The grounding lasted a few hours, leading to extensive delays across the network.

The airline identified the Unimatic system, crucial for flight data and coordination, as the source of the problem. Major United hub airports such as Newark, Denver, Houston, and Chicago were particularly affected. In response, United worked diligently to restore normal operations while expecting some residual delays.

Flight tracking service FlightAware reported that 34% of United flights faced delays, impacting over a thousand flights. The FAA acknowledged the issue and coordinated efforts to assist with the backlog, while United committed to reimbursing affected passengers for any applicable expenses.