ORLANDO, Fla. - Flights across the country can expect to be impacted by a 10% reduction of air traffic at 40 major markets due to the government shutdown, as the FAA announced Wednesday.
Orlando International Airport was listed as one of the 40 impacted airports, according to a published list from the Associated Press . Tampa International Airport is also included in the list.
What we know:
This announcement came after airports nationwide – including the Orlando International Airport (MCO) – faced delays and cancellations due to staffing shortages .
Orlando International Airport (MCO) officials told FOX 35 that they have not been notified if Orlando is on the list of the 40 "high volume" major airports slated for a 10% reduction in flights.
Why are 10% of flights reduced?
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