New Orleans airport not affected by air service cuts, but travelers may face delays

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FAA orders 10% flight reduction at 40 major U.S. airports

Move aims to ease pressure on air traffic controllers during shutdown

New Orleans airport not affected but travelers may face delays

Passengers urged to check with airlines for updated flight schedules

The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce air service by 10% at 40 airports across the United States beginning today, citing ongoing staffing shortages that have strained the agency’s operations.

The temporary reduction is expected to ease scheduling pressure on air traffic controllers and improve safety and efficiency, according to the FAA.

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is not among the affected airports. However, travelers flying to or from cities impacted by the change ma