1000+ Flights Cancelled As Shutdown Severely Impacts American Aviation Sector

1000+ Flights Cancelled As Shutdown Severely Impacts American Aviation Sector The U.S. air travel system is spiraling into chaos as the shutdown drags on. Over 1,200 flights were canceled and 745 delayed Tuesday morning, with flight reductions expected to hit 10 percent by Friday. The FAA has cut operations at 40 airports nationwide, citing severe staffing shortages and safety concerns. Air traffic controllers missed their second paycheck, with many forced into overtime or early retirement. Major hubs like JFK, Atlanta, and Boston faced mass disruptions as Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned cuts will remain until staffing stabilizes. The travel gridlock mirrors the growing crisis in Washington’s stalled reopening efforts. Watch