Flights halted at Washington DC airport
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The Federal Aviation Administration’s unprecedented order to reduce flights nationwide amid the record-long government shutdown is taking effect Friday morning.
The Transportation Secretary has ordered a 10% cut in flights at major airports due to air traffic safety concerns.
Many of the largest airports across the country will see a noticeable reduction in flight offerings starting Friday, as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) implements new steps to maintain
The Federal Aviation Administration announced Wednesday it will cut air traffic by 10% across 40 high-volume markets starting Friday morning, citing safety concerns as air traffic controllers show signs of strain during the ongoing government shutdown.
Washington state Rep. Dan Newhouse plans to visit the Tri-Cities Airport Thursday to learn more about the impacts of the government shutdown on the airport.