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.

‘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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

White House resuming public tours in December

Public tours of the White House will resume in December, offering the chance for visitors to see the People’s House decorated for the holiday season.

Delta announces new flight between Atlanta and Saudi Arabia

Delta Air Lines will launch direct flights from Atlanta to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in October 2026 as part of a major international expansion.

Air controllers, TSA still working unpaid at Atlanta airport

With the federal government shutdown stretching on, attention is turning to what that could mean for air travel — especially at the world’s busiest airport.