U.S. Airlines Warn of Continued Flight Disruptions Post-Shutdown
Major U.S. carriers including American Airlines (AAL), United Airlines (UAL), and Southwest Airlines (LUV) indicate flight cancellations will persist despite the impending end to the federal government shutdown. The Senate's recent legislation offers little immediate relief for air traffic controllers or travelers.
Over 2,500 flights were canceled last weekend due to a 10% reduction ordered by the TRUMP administration. Controllers' unpaid status during the shutdown has crippled operations at 40 airports. Airlines caution that restoring full flight schedules requires more time than the resolution of political gridlock.