Trump Administration Orders Flight Reductions Amid U.S. Shutdown
United States, November 7, 2025 — Over 1,000 flights were cancelled across the United States on Friday following directives from the Trump administration. The move aims to ease strain on air traffic controllers who are currently working without pay amid the ongoing federal government shutdown.
The cancellations affected 40 airports, including major hubs in Atlanta, Newark, Denver, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, causing disruption for both domestic and international travelers. Airlines have urged passengers to check flight statuses and consider alternative arrangements as delays continue to ripple through the national airspace.
Officials cited the safety and well-being of unpaid air traffic controllers as the primary reason for the temporary reductions. The shutdown has already impacted multiple federal services, including national parks, federal offices, and border operations, highlighting the widespread effects of the ongoing stalemate in Washington.
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