US EditionFAA releases list of airports impacted by flight reductions, including New York, Chicago and Los Angeles
- On Nov. 7, San Diego International Airport is among 40 airports facing a 10% flight reduction announced by the Federal Aviation Administration.
- As the shutdown that began Oct. 1 continues, air traffic controller staffing shortages worsen as many work unpaid and miss paychecks, while Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said cuts could be reversed if lawmakers reopen the government.
- Analysts estimate the cuts could affect between 3,500 and 4,000 flights per day, with the FAA managing more than 44,000 flights daily, and international flights are exempt.
- Passengers were told they should expect notifications about cancellations Thursday and check with United, Delta and American Airlines, which will offer refunds or changes without penalties during the busy holiday period.
- An economic analysis warned that the shutdown could cost $7 billion weekly and reduce GDP growth by 0.1%, while officials said cuts could reverse if Congress reopens the government.
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FAA Orders 5 California Airports to Scale Back Flights
YouTube@NBC News California is most impacted by the FAA’s flight reduction order that went into effect today. Five of the 40 airports ordered to scale back flights are in California. Los Angeles, Ontario, San Diego, San Francisco and Oakland international airports are all on the list. It’s due to the government shutdown and related air traffic control staffing issues, with air traffic controllers working without pay for more than a month. Flig…
SBY Airport officials encourage fliers to plan ahead amid national flight reductions
Salisbury Airport officials are advising travelers to check for flight updates with their airline before heading out for their trips while national flight restrictions are in place due to the U.S. government shutdown.
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FAA scales back flights at 40 airports. See the impact in photos
Flights at 40 major U.S. airports, including in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, were cut Friday as airlines complied with the Federal Aviation Administration’s order to scale back flights nationwide because of the government shutdown.
Hundreds of flights are cancelled in the United States at some 40 airports due to the government's fiscal paralysis.
Aviation Attorney Jason Matzus Warns of Heightened Safety Risks as FAA Cuts Flights at 40 Major Airports Amid Government Shutdown
PITTSBURGH, Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As the federal government shutdown drags into its record-breaking length, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced emergency flight reductions at 40 major U.S. airports beginning Friday.
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