Ethiopian Airlines issued a statement and reassured its customers that its IT systems are functioning normally despite the Microsoft outage and that flight operations remain unaffected by the ongoing global IT outage. This reassurance comes in light of a significant Microsoft outage that has disrupted numerous industries worldwide, including airlines, banks, and emergency services.
Today, on July 19, 2024, a widespread outage linked to a software issue from CrowdStrike affected Microsoft 365 applications, leading to significant operational disruptions globally. Major airlines, including American Airlines and Delta, experienced flight delays and cancellations due to communication failures. Airports around the world, such as those in New York, London, and Hong Kong, reported issues with check-in systems and boarding processes, forcing many to revert to manual operations.
Despite the broader disruptions in the aviation sector, Ethiopian Airlines confirmed that it is not experiencing any IT system issues at its headquarters and that its flight operations continue without interruption. This assurance is crucial for passengers, especially as other airlines struggle with delays and cancellations due to the global IT outage.
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