ATC Fatigue and Thanksgiving Travel in 2025: What to Expect
Unpaid since October 1, 2025, air traffic controllers face severe fatigue and early retirements. FAA cuts at 40…
How the Government Shutdown Affects International Flights and Customs
International routes are operating, but U.S. domestic air-traffic limits and unpaid screening staff are causing cancellations, slower security,…
What to Expect at Airport Security After the November 2025 Shutdown
Post-shutdown TSA staffing strains have cut checkpoint capacity, creating 30–75 minute delays at IAH and similar waits nationwide.…
How Airlines Rebalance Crew Scheduling and Equipment Post-Shutdown
On November 7, 2025, the FAA imposed a 10% schedule cut at 40 major airports due to ATC…
Will Flight Prices Rise After the Shutdown Amid Capacity Cuts?
FAA capacity cuts at 40 major airports—up to 10% now, possibly 20%—could ground thousands of daily flights and…
Will Airlines Face Long-Term Operational Hurdles After the Shutdown?
Delayed aircraft deliveries, widespread labor shortfalls, and rising maintenance and payroll costs are constraining 2025 airline capacity. The…
2018–2019 Shutdown: Airline Losses and $1.15B Monthly Drag on Travel
The 35-day 2018–2019 shutdown caused air traffic staffing shortages that forced cancellations and reroutes, costing Delta up to…
Will TSA Wait Times Return to Normal After the Shutdown Ends?
Shutdown-related unpaid TSA staff callouts caused multi-hour security waits in Houston and Newark, despite a five-minute national average.…
Airports With the Most Cancellations During the FAA’s 10% Capacity Cut
The FAA’s 10% capacity cut on Nov. 7, 2025 hit the busiest hubs hardest: ATL had the most…
When Will the FAA Lift the 10% Capacity Rules at Airports?
Amid a shutdown-driven staffing crunch, the FAA capped flights at 40 major airports at 10% through daytime hours.…
Will International Arrivals See Longer Wait Times After the Shutdown?
Shutdown-driven TSA and controller pay delays have pushed callout rates up, causing up to three-hour waits at international…
Should You Still Book a Thanksgiving Flight After the Shutdown?
The shutdown ended November 13, 2025, and FAA restrictions lifted. Airlines remain behind schedule; waivers extend to at…
Are TSA PreCheck and Global Entry Delayed by the Shutdown?
The October 1, 2025 shutdown has slowed TSA PreCheck and Global Entry processing. TSA stays open but interviews…
Is CBP Back to Normal After the Shutdown? Latest Status
During the 2025 shutdown, CBP maintained officers and essential inspections at major ports, preserving trade and travel. Administrative…