FAA reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 'high-volume' markets during government shutdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Aviation Administration said Wednesday that it would reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 "high-volume" markets beginning Friday morning to maintain safety during the ongoing government shutdown.
The reduction stands to impact thousands of flights nationwide because the FAA directs more than 44,000 flights daily, including commercial passenger flights, cargo planes and private aircraft.
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