Over 1,200 US flights cancelled
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As many as 20% of U.S. flights could be cut in the coming days if the shutdown continues, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
"This is about where’s the pressure and how do we alleviate the pressure," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
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The FAA’s order to cut flights nationwide due to the government shutdown is set to take effect
The Federal Aviation Administration's order to scale back flights nationwide because of the government shutdown starts Friday.
The Federal Aviation Administration forced airlines to cut 10% of their flights at 40 of the busiest airports across the nation, including Salt Lake City.
The FAA will reduce air traffic at 40 airports beginning Friday. Philadelphia International Airport is among those expecting flight cuts and delays. Talks between Democrats and Republicans to end the shutdown are intensifying,