美国联邦航空局称削减航班幅度由6%降至3%
Zhong Guo Xin Wen Wang·2025-11-15 00:20

Core Viewpoint - The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reduced the flight cutback from 6% to 3%, effective from November 15 at 6 AM, due to improved staffing levels among air traffic controllers [1]. Group 1: Flight Operations - The decision to maintain flight reductions at 3% affects 40 busy airports, as recommended by the FAA's safety and operations team [1]. - The FAA will monitor and assess operational conditions over the weekend to determine when to restore normal operations [1]. Group 2: Impact of Government Shutdown - The previous government shutdown led to a severe shortage of air traffic controllers, causing delays and cancellations at multiple airports [1]. - Despite the signing of a temporary budget by President Trump on November 12, the crisis in the U.S. aviation industry continues [1]. Group 3: Current Flight Status - As of November 14, FlightAware reported that 2,569 domestic and international flights were delayed and 638 flights were canceled [1]. - Airline executives generally believe that flight issues will normalize before Thanksgiving in late November, although some experts suggest the crisis may last longer [1].