More than 1,000 flights were delayed or canceled on Saturday as airports across the U.S. adhered to the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) decision to reduce flight capacity amid ongoing staffing shortages. These shortages have been further inflamed by the government shutdown, impacting operations nationwide.
According to the flight-tracking website FlightAware, a total of 1,093 flights were delayed, while 805 flights were canceled. These disruptions have caused significant inconvenience for travelers and highlight the ongoing challenges faced by the aviation industry.
https://thehill.com/policy/transportation/5596367-airline-passengers-flight-delays-cancellations-shutdown/
