The Federal Aviation Administration has estimated that repairs to a critical air traffic control system will take 13 hours, though the work is expected to be finished shortly. Despite the relatively quick turnaround, the disruption has already led to widespread flight cancellations across the U.S. air travel network. Travelers and airlines are bracing for delays as the agency works to restore normal operations. The situation underscores the fragility of the infrastructure supporting daily air travel.
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford said it would take 13 hours to repair, but the fix should be completed soon — still, hundreds of flights have been canceled.
