Mere hours before the federal government reopened Wednesday, the Department of Transportation announced flight reductions will freeze at 6% thanks to strong staffing levels and a “rapid decline” in air…
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What’s next for airline flights, airports as government shutdown ends
President Donald Trump on Wednesday night signed a bill that reopened the government after 43 days, paving the way for airlines to restore regular flight schedules and air traffic controllers,…
UPS plane crash victims named by Kentucky officials
He said that the victims were identified by DNA, medical records and dental records, and that testing was completed less than 24 hours ago. He added that all of the…
Flight cancellations up to 6% as FAA airport delays linger while shutdown bill advances
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy on Tuesday urged Congress to quickly pass the bipartisan bill that would end the government shutdown and the flight disruptions that have plagued the country for…
Trump addresses financial concerns of air traffic controllers working without pay for more than 40 days
President Donald Trump on Monday reiterated criticism of air traffic controllers who have been absent during parts of the record-long government shutdown, when they’re required to work without pay. During…
The FAA is set to start cutting flights to contend with delays and staffing shortages
The Federal Aviation Administration will begin cutting the number of flights in the “high traffic” parts of the country as the government shutdown grinds on and local airports have reported…
Was your flight impacted by the shutdown? Here’s what to know
International flights are not expected to be affected by the shutdown. Major U.S. carriers also stressed Thursday that most flights won’t be affected by the restrictions being applied to 40…
Which airports are impacted, what to do if your flight is canceled and more
A routine journey to the skies may result in long lines and a change of plans as airlines abide by a Federal Aviation Administration order to cut flights by 4%…
Nine people remain missing from UPS plane crash, Louisville mayor says
Nine people remain missing as authorities sift through the massive wreckage field from the UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville, Kentucky, that killed at least 12 people this week, Louisville…
UPS plane crash death toll rises to at least 9, officials say
At least nine people are dead and more are injured after a UPS plane crashed on Tuesday as it was departing from Louisville, Kentucky, spurring a massive fireball and leaving…