A map shows how atlanta, chicago, and denver were the most affected. After the federal aviation administration (faa) ordered airlines to reduce traffic in 40 airports, many flights have already been cancelled. American airlines confirmed flight cancellations for nov 8 and previously said it reduced capacity by about 4% at the major affected airports That amounts to around 220 flights canceled per day. More than 800 flights were canceled for friday, according to flightaware, a website that tracks flight disruptions.
Are international flights affected by flight cuts, airport reductions amid government shutdown What to know and how to check, flight status tracker Mass flight cancellations underway due to strains from the federal government shutdown Here's how airlines are responding. 2 signs your upcoming flight could be canceled amid the government shutdown nbc’s vicky nguyen has several tips for travelers who are hitting the airports during the shutdown. The faa told airlines to increase cancellations at 40 of the country's busiest airports to 6% by tuesday and ultimately ramp up to 10% by friday.
Duffy warned that the number of flight cancellations could grow even higher if the shutdown persists, reaching as high as 20 percent.
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