URGENT UPDATE: U.S. airlines are accelerating flight cancellations as they comply with a government mandate due to the ongoing shutdown. Starting Friday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will implement a phased reduction of 10% of flights at over 40 major airports, including those in New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago.
This decision comes as air traffic controllers face unpaid work and increasing pressure during the shutdown, raising concerns about safety and operational efficiency. The FAA aims to manage air traffic flow to mitigate risks while ensuring passengers are informed and affected as minimally as possible.
Passengers are urged to check their flight statuses and remain vigilant for updates. Airlines are working to minimize disruptions, but travelers should prepare for potential delays and cancellations as operations adapt to new regulations.
The situation is developing rapidly, and further announcements from the FAA and airlines are expected in the coming hours. With air travel already strained, the impact of these cuts could ripple through the broader travel industry, affecting millions of passengers in the days to come.
Stay tuned for the latest updates as this story unfolds.
