Summary
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will reduce air traffic by 10% in 40 major U.S. areas starting Friday to maintain safety during an ongoing government shutdown. Due to staffing shortages and many air traffic controllers working without pay, there have been widespread flight delays. FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy will meet with airline leaders to discuss minimizing disruptions.
Key Facts
- The FAA will cut air traffic by 10% in 40 major U.S. locations.
- The reduction starts on Friday to keep flights safe amid a government shutdown.
- Staffing shortages are affecting air traffic controllers, who are working without pay.
- More air traffic controllers are calling out sick, causing flight delays.
- FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford stated the action is to prevent compromising safety.
- Bryan Bedford and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy will meet with airline executives.
- They aim to implement the reduction safely and minimize disruptions for travelers.
