FAA's order to reduce flights at airports amid shutdown is in effect. What we know
Flights at airports nationwide are being cut, while hundreds more scheduled for Friday already have been canceled leaving travelers scrambling.
Flights at airports nationwide are being cut, while hundreds more scheduled for Friday already have been canceled leaving travelers scrambling.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
Workers, travelers at Phoenix Sky Harbor feeling the government shutdown's impact
Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport is on a list of airports that will see flight reductions as a result of the ongoing federal government shutdown. While the reductions are scheduled to start on Nov. 7, travelers and workers alike are already feeling the impact of disruptions linked to the shutdown.
Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport is on a list of airports that will see flight reductions as a result of the ongoing federal government shutdown. While the reductions are scheduled to start on Nov. 7, travelers and workers alike are already feeling the impact of disruptions linked to the shutdown.
Govt shutdown: Flight reductions affect Sky Harbor
With federal officials ordering flight reductions at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport and other high traffic airports across the country, travelers and workers alike are starting to feel the impact of the ongoing federal government shutdown. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach and Brian Webb report.
With federal officials ordering flight reductions at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport and other high traffic airports across the country, travelers and workers alike are starting to feel the impact of the ongoing federal government shutdown. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach and Brian Webb report.
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.
Several airlines are offering the option to rebook or issue a refund for customers whose flights are impacted by the reductions.
Sky Harbor travelers battle shutdown-related delays
Flights are about to get a little more complicated for travelers as the FAA is cutting air traffic by 10% at major airports including Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach caught up with travelers at the airport.
Flights are about to get a little more complicated for travelers as the FAA is cutting air traffic by 10% at major airports including Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach caught up with travelers at the airport.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sky Harbor travelers battle shutdown-related delays, cancellations
Travelers flying in and out of Phoenix are already seeing the effects of the FAA ordering a reduction in flights amid the ongoing government shutdown. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz hears from a few stranded travelers.
Travelers flying in and out of Phoenix are already seeing the effects of the FAA ordering a reduction in flights amid the ongoing government shutdown. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz hears from a few stranded travelers.
Sky Harbor sees delays, cancellations amid shutdown, impending nationwide flight cuts
Travelers at Sky Harbor International Airport are already experiencing delays due to air traffic constraints stemming from the ongoing government shutdown.
Travelers at Sky Harbor International Airport are already experiencing delays due to air traffic constraints stemming from the ongoing government shutdown.
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.
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.
UPS plane crash in Kentucky kills at least 12, including child, as death toll rises
A UPS cargo plane burst into flames and crashed shortly after takeoff in Louisville, Kentucky, killing at least 12 people, including a child, authorities said.
A UPS cargo plane burst into flames and crashed shortly after takeoff in Louisville, Kentucky, killing at least 12 people, including a child, authorities said.
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.
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.
FAA reducing air traffic by 10% amid ongoing government shutdown
The reduction was prompted due to staffing shortage amid the ongoing government shutdown.
The reduction was prompted due to staffing shortage amid the ongoing government shutdown.
At least 9 killed in Kentucky UPS cargo plane crash
A UPS cargo plane crashed after takeoff in Louisville, killing at least nine people. Plus, a suspected drunk driver crashed near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
A UPS cargo plane crashed after takeoff in Louisville, killing at least nine people. Plus, a suspected drunk driver crashed near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
Dept. of Transportation could close some airspace next week amid shutdown, Duffy warns
With flight delays on the rise nationwide, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy cautions that the situation may get worse the longer the government shutdown continues.
With flight delays on the rise nationwide, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy cautions that the situation may get worse the longer the government shutdown continues.
Spirit Airlines to discontinue Phoenix Sky Harbor flights in 2026
Officials with Spirit Airlines say they are adjusting their routes to “better align with our smaller operating fleet and focus on our strongest performing markets."
Officials with Spirit Airlines say they are adjusting their routes to “better align with our smaller operating fleet and focus on our strongest performing markets."