FAA to End Flight Reductions at Major U.S. Airports on Nov. 17

The decision follows the lifting of a 43-day partial government shutdown that strained air-traffic staffing.

Overview

Federal Aviation Administration officials said on Nov. 16 that flight-reduction measures will be fully lifted on Nov. 17.
The cuts had been applied across major U.S. airports, and the agency projects a return toward normal operations.
The partial shutdown began on Oct. 1 and was lifted on Nov. 12 after 43 days, described in reports as the longest of its kind.
During the shutdown, pay for air traffic controllers was halted, absences rose, and schedules were trimmed to maintain safety.
The Washington Post reported more than 5,500 cancellations and about 23,000 delays during the period of disruptions.