The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered airlines to cut 10% of flights at 40 major US airports starting Friday due to staffing shortages caused by the government shutdown.
US Government Shutdown Making Airlines Slash Schedules
Carriers are scrambling to adjust schedules, with United Airlines confirming that long-haul international flights and routes between its seven hubs will remain unaffected, while regional and non-hub domestic flights face cancellations.
Frontier Airlines warned travelers to prepare backup plans, while American and Southwest said they are still evaluating impacts. Refunds and rebooking options will be offered, but passengers are advised to check flight status regularly to avoid being stranded.
