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FAA Cuts Domestic Flight Reductions by Half Amid Staffing Boost

11/15/2025

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Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reduces domestic flight cuts from 6% to 3% at 40 U.S. airports, effective November 15, 2025.
The decision follows a decline in air traffic controller staffing shortages after a 43-day government shutdown, with three active staffing triggers reported Friday.
Some restrictions will remain for general aviation operations at 12 airports.
Airlines are expected to comply with the new reduction, as many had canceled 2% of flights.

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Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reduces domestic flight cuts from 6% to 3% at 40 U.S. airports, effective November 15, 2025.
The decision follows a decline in air traffic controller staffing shortages after a 43-day government shutdown, with three active staffing triggers reported Friday.
Some restrictions will remain for general aviation operations at 12 airports.
Airlines are expected to comply with the new reduction, as many had canceled 2% of flights.