FAA cuts flights at 40 airports amid shutdown
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The reductions in airspace capacity will start Friday, the 37th day of the shutdown, and just ahead of the busy Thanksgiving travel period.
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights starting Friday as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
As the government shutdown continues, travelers across the country are facing longer lines and flight delays at some of the nation’s busiest airports. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced plans to reduce flights at 40 airports nationwide starting Friday because of ongoing staffing shortages.
Hertz's CEO said it's past time to end the government shutdown, with the need to "restore certainty for travelers."
We are now in the longest government shutdown in US history, at 36 days. Follow here for the latest live news updates on the stalemate on Capitol Hill and its impacts