Airlines Implement FAA Order Amid Shutdown

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has initiated a mandate to cut thousands of flights across the U.S. starting Friday, November 7, as the government shutdown continues, leading to air traffic controller shortages. This measure, implemented at 40 “high impact” airports, Read More …

An Update From Scott Kirby To United Employees

I thought this was a great example of United’s proactive way of doing business: United team: Earlier today, the FAA and DOT directed every airline to reduce their schedules during the government shutdown, across 40 domestic airports. The FAA’s goal Read More …

Shutdown Forces Unprecedented Flight Cuts, Traveler Chaos Looms

The ongoing, historically long government shutdown is now creating intolerable levels of disruption for travelers, as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been forced to mandate a drastic 10% cut in flights at dozens of the nation’s busiest airports. This Read More …

DOT Threatens Air Traffic Control Firings Amid Shutdown

The U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has issued a warning that air traffic controllers who call in sick during the ongoing federal government shutdown risk termination. Despite a recognized shortage of controllers, Duffy stated that a small fraction of workers Read More …

USA Travel Professionals Show Resilience Amid Chaos

The current US government shutdown is undeniably creating a challenging environment for the American tourism industry, but the underlying strength and resilience of the sector and its essential workers deserve recognition. While the situation has led to significant disruptions, the Read More …