Summary
Over the weekend, many flights were delayed or canceled in the U.S. due to orders from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) aimed at reducing air traffic. This measure was influenced by a government shutdown impacting air traffic controllers. The shutdown might soon end as a Senate vote made progress on a deal to reopen the government.
Key Facts
- The FAA ordered a reduction in flights from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. to help ease the workload for air traffic controllers.
- Flight reductions started with 4% and could reach 10% by November 14.
- The U.S. government shutdown has caused these measures due to its effect on air traffic control staffing.
- On Sunday, roughly 2,000 flight cancellations and 7,000 delays were reported across major airlines like American, Delta, United, and Southwest.
- Around 42% of flights were disrupted by the early evening on Sunday, with disruptions expected to reach 50%.
- Specific airports like Chicago O'Hare, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta, and Dallas Fort Worth were heavily affected.
- A Senate vote passed 60-40 on a deal to reopen the government, potentially ending the shutdown.
- President Donald Trump indicated that progress is being made towards ending the shutdown.
