The FAA is expected to release an official list of dozens of airports that will be impacted by the directive to reduce flights for safety reasons. Still, on Thursday morning, news outlets began reporting which airports would be affected,

The Federal Aviation Administration is ordering traffic to be reduced at 40 major airports to help keep skies safe as the government shutdown drags on. The cutbacks come ahead of a popular holiday-travel weekend for those who get Veterans Day off.

Those flying in and out of Burlington may encounter problems as they try to travel due to reduced flights at other airports.

The Federal Aviation Administration has announced plans to reduce flights at dozens of the nation's busiest airports amid staffing shortages triggered by the ongoing impasse.

As the federal government shutdown carries through to another day, making it the longest in U.S. history, flight disruptions continue.

The cuts have been prompted by the government shutdown, which has left air traffic controllers working without pay. FAA officials say the goal is to maintain travel safety. Since the shutdown began Oct.

International Airport said it may see some ripple effects after the Federal Aviation Administration ordered a reduction in flights across the country to cope with the government shutdown and federal air traffic controllers working without pay.

A ground stop at William P. Hobby Airport was expected to last until 6 p.m., while a ground delay at George Bush Intercontinental Airport was expected to last until 9:30 p.m., according to the FAA.