Flight cancellations began Friday at Houston’s Bush and Hobby airports as the Federal Aviation Administration ordered airlines to reduce flights nationwide.
The Federal Aviation Administration’s unprecedented order to scale back flights nationwide because of the record-long government shutdown has taken effect, with some passengers trying to figure out backup travel plans.
Anxious travelers across the U.S. are feeling a bit of relief as airlines have mostly stayed on schedule while gradually cutting flights because of the government shutdown.
The Federal Aviation Administration says it plans to reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 “high-volume” markets beginning Friday morning to maintain safety during the ongoing government shutdown.
Staffing shortages led to more flight delays at airports across the U.S. as the federal government shutdown stretched into a seventh day.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has hinted at possible changes to TSA's liquid restrictions.
Delta Air Lines will move more slowly in tweaking its frequent-flyer program after customers complained loudly about changes the airline announced back in September.
