American Airlines announced a temporary suspension of all flights due to a technical issue just days before Christmas, sparking chaos and speculation of a possible cyberattack. The company’s stock value saw a sharp decline amid the disruptions.
The U.S.-based airline (AAL.O) halted operations after a technical failure impacted its systems. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) acknowledged the incident but did not provide details about the cause of the disruption.
Cyberattack Suspicions on the Rise
Reports suggest the crash was linked to the airline’s weight and balance calculation systems, pointing to a potential software malfunction. While American Airlines is working to resolve the issue, it has not provided a timeline for full system recovery.
Speculation around a cyberattack has been growing, especially after reports of boarding passes and employee credentials failing to scan during the outage. However, the airline has not confirmed these suspicions or issued further statements on the matter.
Stock Value Takes a Hit
Following the incident, American Airlines’ shares dropped by 3.8% in pre-market trading, reflecting investor concerns about the disruption’s impact.
In a response to a passenger via the company’s social media account on X, American Airlines stated, “There is no estimated resolution time, but we are working to resolve the issue.”
Flights Resumed Shortly After
According to a report by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), American Airlines resumed operations shortly after resolving the issue. The FAA confirmed that the airline’s temporary suspension of all U.S. flights had been lifted.
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