Global IT Outage Brings Chaos to Airlines, Media, and Banks

A widespread IT outage has brought chaos to the world, affecting major airlines, media outlets, and banks. Kenya Airways, one of the affected companies, has admitted that the outage is part of a larger global system disruption, severely impacting their ability to process bookings efficiently.

In a statement, Kenya Airways apologized for the inconvenience and advised customers to expect slower than usual service as they implement their Business Continuity Plan. The airline has also urged customers to visit their booking offices for assistance, aiming to provide direct support to passengers facing difficulties in making or modifying their travel arrangements.

The outage has grounded many flights, with queues and delays reported at major airports worldwide. In the UK, railway companies have also experienced widespread IT issues, leading to delays. Major airlines such as Delta and American Airlines have issued a “global ground stop” on all their flights, with flights currently airborne continuing to operate but no further flights taking off for now.

The outage has also affected British broadcaster BBC, with the Sky News channel going off the air due to the disruptions. The cause of the outage remains unclear, but it has caused significant disruptions to daily life and business operations.

As the situation continues to unfold, passengers and customers are advised to check with their airlines and service providers for updates on their travel arrangements and any necessary adjustments.