What to know about 10% reduction in flights at US airports caused by the government shutdown

What to Know About the 10% Flight Reduction at US Airports Due to Government Shutdown

Airports across the United States are experiencing a 10% cut in flights as the government shutdown continues. Major hubs including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, Miami, and Newark are among the 40 airports affected by the reductions, which began on Friday.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) initiated these cuts to ease the workload on air traffic controllers, who are federal employees working without pay during the shutdown. This measure aims to reduce stress and maintain safety in the skies.

Alongside fewer flights, travelers should expect increased delays. Experts recommend checking flight statuses before heading to airports and preparing for possible disruptions.

Airports Impacted by Flight Reductions

“The FAA is imposing the reductions to take pressure off air traffic controllers, who are federal employees and have been working without pay during the shutdown.”

Advice for Travelers

Passengers facing flight delays or cancellations during the shutdown should:

“Hundreds of flights set for Friday have been cut at major U.S. airports as part of the FAA’s effort to phase in 10% reductions because of the government shutdown.”

Photo credit: Travelers stand in line at Philadelphia International Airport, Nov. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

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