FAA Lifts All Flight Restrictions After Turbulent Shutdown Strain

The FAA is lifting all flight restrictions at the nation’s 40 busiest airports citing “detailed reviews of safety trends” and a “steady decline in staffing concerns” since the government shutdown ended. It’s a welcome relief for flyers with the Thanksgiving travel rush quickly approaching. NBC’s Maggie Vespa reports for TODAY.

Nov 17, 2025 - 19:00
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FAA Lifts All Flight Restrictions After Turbulent Shutdown Strain
The FAA is lifting all flight restrictions at the nation’s 40 busiest airports citing “detailed reviews of safety trends” and a “steady decline in staffing concerns” since the government shutdown ended. It’s a welcome relief for flyers with the Thanksgiving travel rush quickly approaching. NBC’s Maggie Vespa reports for TODAY.

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