Topline
The Federal Aviation Administration will soon reduce flights at 40 major airports by 10%, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Wednesday, marking the historic government shutdown’s latest effect on the airline industry as high wait times and staffing troubles hit airports across the country.
The reductions will begin Friday. (Photo by William Thomas Cain/Getty Images)
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Key Facts
Flight capacity will be reduced by 10% at 40 major airports starting Friday, according to Duffy.
The reductions could affect between 3,500 and 4,000 flights daily, according to NBC News’ estimate.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
