US Airlines Cut Flights, More Disruption Into Next Week

Flight Disruptions - The FAA ordered a 10% cut to flight capacity at 40 high volume markets to alleviate pressure on air traffic controllers [1] - Approximately 3% of US flights are canceled [2] - The cancellation rate is still below the typical 4 to 5% during a bad winter storm [2] Government Shutdown Impact - Air traffic controllers and TSA agents have not been paid for more than 5 weeks due to the government shutdown that began on October 1st [2][3] - The resumption of payments depends on a consensus in Washington regarding major issues, including healthcare subsidies [3]