What to know about the FAA's air traffic reductions

By Joel Rose

Published November 7, 2025 at 3:56 PM EST

Airlines are canceling hundreds of flights to comply with the FAA's order. But there are still questions about the plan, which the agency says will keep the skies safe during the government shutdown.

Joel Rose

Joel Rose is a correspondent on NPR's National Desk. He covers immigration and breaking news.

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