US FAA to detail flight cut plan at major airports

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FAA to cut flights from 40 major airports to maintain safety, starting Friday. Here's why it's happening and what to know.
Duffy said the move was an attempt to “alleviate the pressure” on air traffic controllers, who have been working without pay since the shutdown began.

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What airports are cancelling flights? FAA flight cuts, see full list 40 airports affected
These 40 airports could be impacted by the FAA's capacity cuts and flight cancellations
Shutdown forces 10% flight cuts at 40 airports, including New York, Washington and LA - Full List
Four major airports of the New York City are likely to face flight delays and cancellations as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proceeds to reduce 10% of the United States' airline capacity.

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US FAA to detail flight cut plan at major airports later on Friday
Most major US airports are among 40 targeted by shutdown-related flight cuts
As air travel faces new disruptions nationwide, what could that mean for Logan?
The federal workers manning the country’s air traffic control towers will soon go a month without pay because of the shutdown, transportation secretary Sean Duffy said during a press conference.

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US to cut flights at 40 airports if shutdown doesn't end, transportation secretary warns
FAA Reducing Air Traffic by 10% Across 40 'High-Volume' Markets During Government Shutdown

Here Are the 40 Airports Hit by the FAA Shutdown

As many as 1,800 flights could be affected on Friday alone, according to Cirium, an aviation-data provider. The final figure will depend on which airports are targeted. The FAA estimates that it handles an average of more than 44,000 flights a day.

SFO likely to be affected by FAA's planned 10% reduction in airport capacity

On Wednesday, the FAA announced it would reduce capacity by 10% at 40 airports across the country to maintain passenger safety – leaving Bay Area residents wondering just how major the region’s three airports actually are in the eyes of the FAA.

Map Shows Airports Hit Worst by Delays Amid FAA Warning

As the federal government shutdown carries through to another day, making it the longest in U.S. history, flight disruptions continue.

FAA: Ground delays issued at Hobby and IAH airports Tuesday due to staffing

A ground stop at William P. Hobby Airport was expected to last until 6 p.m., while a ground delay at George Bush Intercontinental Airport was expected to last until 9:30 p.m., according to the FAA.
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