Air traffic controllers working without pay leads to travel woes

Hundreds of flights at Sky Harbor were canceled or delayed Friday as the FAA cut traffic due to controller shortages. An expert predicted the travel chaos will worsen, saying cuts fail to adequately relieve the pressure. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has more.

1,000+ flights canceled amid shutdown, FAA cuts

More than 1,000 flights were canceled across the U.S. as of 5 p.m. Friday after the Federal Aviation Administration ordered a reduction in air traffic at 40 of the country's busiest airports. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has the latest.

Canceled flights spur frustration; travelers suggest Mesa Gateway

The FAA's new 10% flight reduction at 40 high-traffic airports, including Phoenix, is compounding issues as the airport already faces delays and cancellations. In contrast, travelers at nearby Mesa Gateway Airport are reporting smooth and easy travel.

Sky Harbor faces cuts, delays as Mesa airport stays calm

The FAA is implementing a 10% reduction in flights at 40 high-traffic airports, including Phoenix Sky Harbor, due to safety concerns. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz hears from Mesa Gateway Airport travelers who say there hasn't been any issues.

Maricopa Co. board weighs in on BNSF hub plan

A multi-billion dollar railroad hub planned for the far West Valley is now slightly off-track, after the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors voted to deny an amendment proposed by the railroad firm that is hoping to build in Wittmann. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean reports.

What are the busiest airports in the US?

On Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced its plans to reduce air traffic at 40 of the country's "high-volume" markets by 10% beginning Friday, according to The Associated Press.