U-2 spy plane caused widespread shutdown of U.S. flights: report

Event Year: 2014 Reliability: Confirmed
Country: United States
Industry Type: Transportation
Description:

U-2 Spy plane caused computer glitch that lead to flight delays for several airport, but originated in LAX airspace.

Impact:

Caused delays at several other airports including McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas, which caused an inconvenience to tens of thousands of passengers who were arriving and departing from Los Angeles International Airport.