Flight Cuts Coming Amid Record-Breaking Government Shutdown

Federal officials announced on Wednesday that major airports will experience flight cuts due to the ongoing funding crisis, now in its 37th day.

FAA Air Traffic Cuts Begin, Airlines Cancel Flights

Airlines have started canceling flights in anticipation of the Federal Aviation Administration’s mandated reductions in flight traffic, set to start on Friday. These cuts, attributed to the government shutdown, will impact hubs nationwide.

FAA to Reduce Air Traffic by 10% at 40 US Airports

Unless a resolution is reached to end the shutdown, the Trump administration is set to decrease air traffic by 10% at 40 major U.S. airports, starting Friday.

What Airlines Are Doing

Delta Air Lines and United Airlines have shared their plans to operate most flights as scheduled, with United offering advance notice of any changes due to the shutdown. However, other airlines have already canceled hundreds of flights in response to the FAA’s orders.

Travelers Brace for Mass Holiday Delays

As the shutdown drags on, travelers are preparing for significant delays during the upcoming holiday season. Major airlines have already canceled hundreds of flights, with the FAA requiring a gradual reduction of up to 10% in flight operations.