FAA Orders 10% Traffic Cut at 40 Busy U.S. Airports Amid Prolonged Shutdown
Creatrip Team
4 months ago
The U.S. federal government shutdown has entered its fifth week, prompting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to order a 10% reduction in air traffic at 40 of the nation’s busiest airports to address controller fatigue and safety concerns. Airports affected include major domestic hubs and tourist gateways such as New York, Los Angeles (LAX), Dallas, Chicago, Atlanta, Denver, Orlando, Miami, and San Francisco. The cutbacks mainly target domestic routes rather than long-haul international flights, so immediate impact on Korea–U.S. direct services is limited. South Korea’s transport ministry and airlines are monitoring the situation and preparing contingency plans in case reductions extend to international services; carriers may consider cutting duplicate routes or adjusting aircraft utilization if needed. (FAA: Federal Aviation Administration)
