Summary
Airlines are responding to the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) decision to reduce air traffic by 10% at 40 major airports due to a government shutdown. The reduction aims to ensure passenger safety amid staffing shortages. Key flights like long-haul international routes remain unaffected.
Key Facts
- The FAA will cut air traffic by 10% at 40 major U.S. airports starting November 7.
- The reduction is due to staffing shortages from a government shutdown, particularly affecting air traffic controllers.
- United Airlines stated that long-haul international flights will not be affected, focusing reductions on regional and domestic flights.
- American Airlines also plans to reduce flight schedules but expects most travel to continue as planned.
- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy emphasized safety as the primary reason for the cuts.
- President Donald Trump commented on social media, blaming Democrats for the shutdown and its consequences.
- The timeline for resuming normal schedules depends on the federal funding situation, with hopes for quick resolution.
