Summary
The U.S. Transportation Department decided not to increase flight reductions at 40 major airports. Improved staffing of air traffic controllers helped prevent the need for additional restrictions. The current reduction will stay at 6% instead of rising to 8%.
Key Facts
- The U.S. Transportation Department stopped plans to increase flight reductions at 40 airports.
- The decision was made because staffing conditions for air traffic controllers have improved.
- Initially, there was a plan to raise the reduction from 6% to 8%.
- The ongoing government shutdown had caused disruptions leading to pressure for resolution.
- Recent improvements in controller attendance contributed to the decision.
- The current flight reduction measure remains set at 6%.
