"Phiphat" instructed the Ministry of Transport to monitor the aviation system following the US's temporary nationwide outbound flight suspension. He revealed that AEROTHAI's preliminary assessment shows no impact on Thailand and emphasized verifying backup systems and tracking connecting passengers.
14 Nov 2026 GMT+7 Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, stated that the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had issued a temporary nationwide ground stop for outbound flights due to communication system failures affecting 22 air traffic control centers nationwide, before lifting the order and allowing flights to resume.
The Ministry of Transport has instructed relevant aviation agencies to closely monitor the situation and check the readiness of air traffic control systems to prevent and minimize risks that could affect Thailand's aviation safety and service continuity.
Mr. Phiphat added that although the situation in the US has improved, the Ministry continues to prioritize readiness of Thailand's aviation system by assigning Aeronautical Radio of Thailand (AEROTHAI) to implement the following measures:
1. Continuously monitor air traffic control systems nationwide, instruct all Air Traffic Service (ATS) units to track the situation, verify communication system readiness and coordination, and prepare emergency plans for potential disruptions.
2. Inspect communication and backup systems to ensure operational readiness. The engineering division is tasked with checking necessary equipment and backup systems for air traffic control, while maintaining strict cybersecurity threat prevention and monitoring.
3. Prepare risk management and business continuity plans. Relevant agencies should review business continuity management (BCM) and emergency response plans, establishing reporting procedures and coordination steps in case of service-impacting incidents.
4. Monitor impacts on flights and Thai passengers by coordinating with the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT), Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited (AOT), and other related airport agencies to track international connecting flights, especially routes via Hong Kong and other hubs potentially affected, and prepare passenger assistance measures.
5. Compile risk assessment reports on Thailand's aviation system. AEROTHAI will gather data on communication system readiness, backup systems, cybersecurity measures, and contingency plans to report to the Ministry of Transport and prepare public and media briefings.
. According to AEROTHAI's preliminary report at the time, no impact on Thailand's aviation system or AEROTHAI's operations has been detected, and there is no confirmed information of flight delays or cancellations into or out of Thailand due to the incident. However, passengers traveling to or through the US are advised to check their flight status with airlines before travel. The Ministry of Transport continues close monitoring, with AEROTHAI maintaining vigilant surveillance and preventive measures, and will provide updates to the public as developments occur.