American Airlines resumes flights across the US following ‘technical issues’

American Airlines temporarily grounded all of its flights in the United States this morning due to unspecified technical problems, disrupting travel at the start of a busy Christmas Eve. Service has now resumed as of 8AM ET according to a statement American Airlines spokeswoman Sarah Jantz provided CNN.

The airline did not provide details on what caused the technical problems.

“We are currently experiencing a technical issue with all American Airlines flights,” American Airlines said in a statement about X before resuming flights. “Your safety is our highest priority, once this is rectified, we will get you safely to your destination.”

Update, December 24: American Airlines flights have now resumed nationwide.