Government shutdown: Impact on air travel unfolding in real time
FOX 26 Reporter Sherman Desselle has more on how the government shutdown is continuing to affect air travel.
Trump tells air traffic controllers to ‘get back to work’ as government shutdown drags on
The record-long government shutdown has made air traffic controllers’ jobs even more stressful, leading to fatigue and increased risks.
Government shutdown: Flights canceled at Bush, Hobby airports due to FAA order
Dozens of flights have been canceled at Bush, Hobby airports as of Monday morning and there were 1,400 US flights are canceled nationwide as the FAA ordered airlines to cancel 10% of scheduled flights.
Bush Airport continues seeing impact of shutdown
Thousands of flights are being cancelled due to the government shutdown and FOX 26's Heather Sullivan is at Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston with a look at how things are going for travelers.
Flight cuts amid shutdown could threaten supply chain, holiday deliveries
As flights continue to be canceled amid the shutdown, that could affect air cargo – which could eventually ripple into the supply chain and holiday deliveries. Here’s what to know.
1,000+ flights canceled as FAA reduces traffic in shutdown
More than 1,000 U.S. flights were canceled for a second straight day on Saturday as the Federal Aviation Administration continued to reduce air traffic amid the ongoing government shutdown.
How the government shutdown will affect international flights
Federal government shutdown has snarled travel across the U.S. Here's what to expect if you have an international flight coming up.
MD-11 planes grounded by UPS, FedEx after Kentucky crash
MD-11 planes have been grounded by UPS and FedEx following the deadly crash in Kentucky this week. Here’s what to know about the planes.
‘Hopelessness’ among air traffic controllers as government shutdown drags on, expert says
Most air traffic controllers worked six days a week and put in mandatory overtime even before the shutdown, but they have been doing so without paychecks as lawmakers fail to agree on a way to reopen the government.
FAA cutting flights by 10%
Starting on Friday, the FAA will cut air traffic by 10% at 40 major airports across the country - including at Houston airports. FOX 26 Reporter Jillian Hartmann has more.
FAA airspace closures: How each airline is responding
Several airlines are offering the option to rebook or issue a refund for customers whose flights are impacted by the reductions.
FAA reduces air traffic by 10% at 40 airports - See the list
The FAA is reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 "high volume" markets beginning Friday. The impact will affect travelers in 27 states and Washington, D.C.
United Airlines to offer refunds because of shutdown-caused flight restrictions
United Airlines customers with flights booked to travel during the government shutdown will be eligible for a refund, CEO Scott Kirby told employees in a memo on Wednesday.
Delta to cut some flights under FAA plan, offering flexibility for flyers
Delta Air Lines will comply with an FAA order to cut flights at 40 major U.S. airports starting Friday, likely including Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson, while offering flexible options for travelers affected by the reductions.
FAA cuts flights amid shutdown — What to do if yours is delayed or canceled
The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce air traffic by 10% in 40 major markets starting Friday as unpaid air traffic controllers continue to call out.
Government shutdown news: Partial SNAP funding; airports impacted
The Trump administration says it'll partially fund SNAP benefits after two judges ordered them to do so during the government shutdown. Meanwhile, FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann gets a look at the shutdown's impact at Houston's Bush Airport where staffing shortages have led to growing wait times.
Traveling soon? Here’s what to do if flight is delayed or canceled
Travel snags are more likely to ramp up ahead of the holiday season as the shutdown drags out. Here’s what to know if you face a delay or cancellation.
Thanksgiving travel at risk? How a government shutdown might impact your trip
As the government shutdown continues, unpaid air traffic controllers face staffing shortages that are causing flight delays nationwide and sparking concern ahead of Thanksgiving travel.
Airlines step up as thousands of air traffic controllers go unpaid
Here is how some U.S. airlines are stepping up to support the air traffic controllers that are going without pay amid the government shutdown.
Former air traffic controller launches fundraiser to help Hobby airport staff affected by shutdown
A former controller and pilot launched a GoFundMe to help the tower staff at Houston's Hobby Airport, aiming to raise at least $2,000 to help cover essentials like food and bills.



















