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Flight cuts to continue after government shutdown
Nov 10, 2025

Flight cuts to continue after government shutdown

Airlines cancel thousands of flights as FAA limits traffic. Flight cuts to persist even after the government shutdown ends.

Travellers head tdown an escalator after clearing through a security checkpoint in Denver International Airport Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Nov 7, 2025

U.S. airlines cancel 1,000+ flights on first day of cuts tied to government shutdown

Anxious travelers across the U.S. felt a bit of relief Friday as airlines mostly stayed on schedule while cutting more than 1,000 flights because of the government shutdown.

An United Airlines flight arrives at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Nov 5, 2025

FAA reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 ‘high-volume’ markets during government shutdown

The FAA will reduce U.S. air traffic by 10% starting Friday to maintain safety during the government shutdown as staffing shortages hit air control facilities.

Bryan Bedford, President Donald Trump's nominee to run the Federal Aviation Administration, testifies at the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington, Wednesday, June 11, 2025. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Jun 11, 2025

Trump’s FAA administrator pick facing tough questions on safety at hearing

FAA nominee Bryan Bedford faces Senate scrutiny over safety record, pilot training standards, and air traffic modernization after a fatal D.C. crash.

Air traffic controllers for Newark airport briefly lose radar access again
May 9, 2025

Air traffic controllers for Newark airport briefly lose radar access again

Newark Airport faces new delays after second radar outage in two weeks. FAA promises upgrades as outdated tech and staffing woes plague air traffic.

FAA plans radar, staffing fixes at Newark airport
May 7, 2025

FAA plans radar, staffing fixes at Newark airport

The FAA will upgrade radar tech and staffing at Newark Airport after safety concerns and flight disruptions, with a broader U.S. air traffic overhaul ahead.

Concerns linger following crash at Reagan National
Apr 30, 2025

Concerns linger following crash at Reagan National

Lawmakers raise concerns about safety at Reagan National Airport after a fatal midair crash and FAA staffing shortages. Learn what’s changing in 2024.

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