FAA reduces air traffic capacity by 4% amid shutdown. 🛬

Air Traffic Impact - Air traffic capacity was cut by 4% starting at 6:00 a m [1] - Airlines preemptively canceled and delayed flights due to the FAA's order [1] - Further air traffic disruptions are expected, with a potential increase to a 10% reduction next week if the shutdown continues [1] Shutdown Context - The threat of air traffic disruptions was a major factor in ending the previous 35-day shutdown [2] - The current shutdown has already exceeded the previous one, reaching 388 days [2] - The widespread effects of the shutdown are impacting airlines across the US, from Alaska to Florida [2]