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…
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