FAA Announces 10% Reduction in Flights at 40 Major Airports Across US Because of Shutdown

Sarah Rumpf Nov 5th, 2025, 6:06 pm

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Wednesday that flight capacity would be reduced by ten percent at 40 major airports across the U.S. due to the impacts the government shutdown was having on air traffic controllers.

The ongoing shutdown has brought widespread challenges, with food stamps and other benefits on hold, crucial data reports not being produced, and many federal employees going without pay — including the air traffic controllers who serve an invaluable role for flight safety.

During a press conference Wednesday afternoon, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said certain measures would be necessary to address the “pressure th

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