FAA, Denver airport and Flight Cuts
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Dozens of flights were canceled Nov. 7 at Denver International Airport as part of FAA-ordered service cuts. Are you ready if your flight is dropped?
After scrambling to address the Federal Aviation Administration request on Wednesday to reduce air traffic by 10%, United Airlines, which has a hub at Denver International Airport, said Thursday that they’ve canceled 4% of flights through Sunday, “as per guidance from the FAA” through the weekend, said spokesperson Russell Carlton.
There will soon be a new center for travelers heading out to Denver International Airport to rest, recharge and refuel.
The Federal Aviation Administration reported that air traffic control staffing issues are affecting airports nationwide as the government shutdown continues.
The 31 controllers assigned to DIA’s tower received notices Thursday saying their pay next week, again, would be zero.
CNN reports that starting Friday, the Trump administration will reduce flights at 40 airports nationwide if the shutdown
Denver police are seeking the public’s help in locating an alleged serial baggage thief who has been targeting Denver International Airport for the past five months.
Officials pointed to “rapid decline in controller callouts” after disruptions intensified pressure to end the shutdown.