FAA's Cuts to Air Traffic Takes Effect Amid Government Shutdown

As the record-setting government shutdown continues, four of the nation’s largest airlines are cancelling hundreds of flights across 40 airports in high traffic areas. The FAA is hoping that the 4 percent cut in flights will ease the burden on air traffic controllers who are still working without pay 38 days into the government shutdown. NBC’s Maggie Vespa reports for TODAY.

Nov 7, 2025 - 15:30
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FAA's Cuts to Air Traffic Takes Effect Amid Government Shutdown
As the record-setting government shutdown continues, four of the nation’s largest airlines are cancelling hundreds of flights across 40 airports in high traffic areas. The FAA is hoping that the 4 percent cut in flights will ease the burden on air traffic controllers who are still working without pay 38 days into the government shutdown. NBC’s Maggie Vespa reports for TODAY.

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