U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has announced a substantial 10% reduction in flights at 40 major U.S. airports, citing safety concerns related to the ongoing government shutdown. The move comes amidst a record-breaking 36-day shutdown that has forced thousands of air traffic controllers to work without pay, significantly impacting aviation operations.

The drastic cuts could be reversed if Democrats agree to reopen the government, according to Duffy. The shutdown, the longest in U.S. history, has led to significant staffing shortages, with air traffic controllers and Transportation Security Administration agents affected. Airlines are currently grappling with these sudden changes, which have already impacted millions of travelers.

The Federal Aviation Administration has confirmed

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