Delays, airports and government shutdown
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United, American, Delta, and Southwest are among the airlines adjusting schedules and warning passengers to expect potential disruptions at SFO and across Bay Area airports.
Delays and cancellations are affecting major airports across the country as the government shutdown — the longest in history — drags on. Air traffic controller shortages have caused issues at numerous airports since the shutdown began more than a month ago,
Of the 40 "high-volume" airports in the United States that will have reduced air traffic by 10% starting Friday morning, 33 of them have flights to/from Kansas City International Airport.
As the government shutdown continues, more challenges await passengers as they deal with the newest announcement from the Trump administration: a 10 percent cut in flights at 40 U.S. airports.
As Americans prepare for Thanksgiving holiday travel, the government shutdown is likely to result in more airport delays due to a shortage of air traffic controllers.
Critical flight routes between Mexico and the United States face cancellation by November 7. Aeromexico flights from Mexico City airports will be significantly reduced. McAllen International Airport in Texas will also see impacts.