What MS folks should do if their flights are canceled or delayed amid government shutdown
Flight reductions ordered by the Federal Aviation Administration amid the ongoing federal government shutdown are set to take effect Friday, Nov. 7, impacting hundreds of flights nationwide.
While the cuts are not expected to impact Mississippi airports directly, travelers hoping to fly out of the state may still be affected as the reductions are set for some of the nation’s busiest airports.
Here’s what to know if your flight is canceled because of the government shutdown.
Why are flights being cut?
Citing safety concerns, United States Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced in a Nov. 5 news briefing that airlines will cut 10% of flights at 40 airports.
The FAA is experiencing increased staffing pressures as some staff aren’t coming into work without pay due to the government shutdown, Duffy said.
On Nov. 5, the government shutdown entered its 36th full day and became the longest in U.S. history.
How to know if your flight is canceled
Travelers can view their flight status using the following resources:
- Check your airline for updates on cancellations or delays
- Check the FAA’s website
- Check FlightAware
What to do if your flight is canceled
Travelers are entitled to a refund if an airline cancels a flight or if a flight is significantly delayed or changed, according to the Department of Transportation.
If your flight is canceled, you can try to book a new flight through the airline’s customer service or mobile app.
Which airports will reduce flights?
Flights at these 40 airports will be reduced beginning Nov. 7, the Associated Press reported:
1. Anchorage International in Alaska
2. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International in Georgia
3. Boston Logan International in Massachusetts
4. Baltimore/Washington International in Maryland
5. Charlotte Douglas International in North Carolina
6. Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International in Ohio
7. Dallas Love Field in Texas
8. Ronald Reagan Washington National in Virginia
9. Denver International in Colorado
10. Dallas/Fort Worth International in Texas
11. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County in Michigan
12. Newark Liberty International in New Jersey
13. Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International in Florida
14. Honolulu International in Hawaii
15. Houston Hobby in Texas
16. Washington Dulles International in Virginia
17. George Bush Houston Intercontinental in Texas
18. Indianapolis International in Indiana
19. John F. Kennedy International in New York
20. Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas
21. Los Angeles International in California
22. LaGuardia Airport in New York
23. Orlando International in Florida
24. Chicago Midway International in Illinois
25. Memphis International in Tennessee
26. Miami International in Florida
27. Minneapolis/St Paul International in Minnesota
28. Oakland International in California
29. Ontario International in California
30. Chicago O`Hare International in Illinois
31. Portland International in Oregon
32. Philadelphia International in Pennsylvania
33. Phoenix Sky Harbor International in Arizona
34. San Diego International in California
35. Louisville International in Kentucky
36. Seattle/Tacoma International in Washington
37. San Francisco International in California
38. Salt Lake City International in Utah
39. Teterboro in New Jersey
40. Tampa International in Florida
