Alaska Airlines has grounded flights nationwide due to an IT outage. “Alaska Airlines is experiencing an IT outage affecting operations. A temporary ground stop is in place. We apologize for the inconvenience,” the airline stated. “If you’re scheduled to fly tonight, please check your flight status before heading to the airport,” it added. Alaska Airlines is experiencing an IT outage affecting operations. A temporary ground stop is in place. We apologize for the inconvenience. If you're scheduled to fly tonight, please check your flight status before heading to the airport. — Alaska Airlines News (@AlaskaAirNews) October 23, 2025 ABC News noted: Alaska Airlines flights are grounded nationwide on Thursday after the airline said it is experiencing an “IT outage affecting operations.” The airline has requested the FAA for the ground stop. BREAKING: Alaska Airlines is currently facing an IT outage that has led to a temporary ground stop affecting its operations.https://t.co/FGd176affE — KOMO News (@komonews) October 23, 2025 NBC 5 Chicago shared: The airline sent a statement to NBC Chicago regarding the outage, reiterating what was said on social media: “Alaska Airlines is experiencing an IT outage affecting operations. A temporary ground stop is in place. We apologize for the inconvenience.” The ground stop affects Alaska Airlines flights at all airports nationwide. Alaska Airlines services the Chicago area via the O’Hare International Airport. This story is developing.