FAA cuts flights at 40 airports amid shutdown
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The FAA released the list of affected airports Thursday, with a focus on areas that have been struggling most with air-traffic-control staffing shortages. The list includes some of the nation’s biggest, busiest airports, including those in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas and New York City.
The FAA has ordered airlines to cancel hundreds of flights, citing fatigue among air traffic controllers, leaving travelers across the country scrambling.
San Francisco International Airport was among the major U.S. air-travel hubs to face cancellations as the federal government places limits on air travel.
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Flight reductions begin Friday at dozens of U.S. airports amid air traffic controller shortages due to the government shutdown.
“Even if the government reopens quickly, the impacts of the shutdown are still likely to be felt for days and weeks to come as airlines and airports get back to business, so don’t expect air travel to revert to normal anytime soon,” he noted.
The FAA said it is reducing flights in Philly and other cities to alleviate pressure on air traffic controllers amid the government shutdown.