WASHINGTON, D.C. — Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned Sunday that the ongoing government shutdown could cause a “substantial” number of Americans to miss their Thanksgiving travel plans, as the nation’s air travel system struggles under mounting pressure. Thousands of flights have already been canceled or delayed as air traffic controllers, who have now gone over…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — More than 1,400 flights to, from, or within the United States were canceled on Saturday, as airlines continued to cut traffic following federal orders during the ongoing government shutdown. According to FlightAware, nearly 6,000 additional flights were delayed on Saturday — slightly fewer than the 7,000+ delays recorded on Friday. FAA Implements…

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — President Donald Trump’s plan to reduce U.S. air traffic by 10% starting Friday will impact Bay Area airports and a total of 40 major airports nationwide, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The move comes as the government shutdown continues to strain the air travel system. Air traffic controllers —…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered airlines to reduce 10% of flights at 40 of the nation’s busiest airports starting Friday, citing severe air traffic controller shortages caused by the ongoing federal government shutdown. The directive aims to ease pressure on controllers and maintain safe airspace operations as staffing levels continue…

FORT WORTH, Texas – American Airlines has issued an update following the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) directive requiring airlines to reduce flight schedules due to the ongoing government shutdown and a nationwide shortage of air traffic controllers. The FAA directive will take effect Friday, Nov. 7, with airlines ordered to scale back operations to maintain…

CHICAGO – United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has announced that the airline will offer refunds to customers who choose not to travel during the upcoming nationwide flight restrictions ordered by U.S. transportation officials. The move comes as the federal government shutdown continues into its second month, straining aviation operations and prompting the Department of Transportation…

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Flights were temporarily halted at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Tuesday after federal authorities responded to a reported bomb threat involving a United Airlines flight. FAA Issues Ground Stop Amid Security Scare The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said it halted all flights into and out of Reagan National Airport for a…

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – Breeze Airways is expanding its presence in Lincoln, announcing new flight services to Las Vegas and California’s Orange County. The new routes come shortly after the successful launch of nonstop flights to Orlando, marking another milestone in the airport’s growing partnership with Breeze Airways. Twice-Weekly Flights Begin in April 2026 Starting…

Finland’s national carrier Finnair is expanding its presence in Asia this winter, offering a record 25 weekly flights between its home hub in Helsinki and destinations across Thailand. Record Winter Schedule The Nordic airline will resume direct flights to Krabi in southern Thailand and increase service to Bangkok, while continuing its ever-popular Phuket route. This…