US EditionFirst Wave of Flight Cancellations Hits BWI Amid Government Shutdown
Flight cancellations at 40 U.S. airports began Friday with a 4% reduction, expected to rise to 10% amid staffing shortages from the government shutdown, officials said.
- On Friday, November 7, the Federal Aviation Administration ordered flight reductions at 40 major airports, starting at 4% and increasing to 10% over the coming week.
- Controller staffing strain has led the FAA to cut flights, as air traffic controllers have gone unpaid nearly a month, prompting sick calls and mandatory six‑day overtime.
- Flight trackers reported more than 1,000 cancellations on the first day, with American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines cancelling 221, 184 and 173 flights respectively at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport .
- Rental car companies reported a sharp rise in one-way reservations, and experts warn freight delays could push up prices, with Transportation Secretary warning more cuts may follow.
- Travelers should arrive early and call ahead to confirm flights, while Lafayette Regional Airport has had only two cancellations despite connected hubs like Atlanta facing 10% cuts.
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