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Timeline for Air Traffic Control Staffing Return to Normal by 2028

The shutdown paused hiring and training, widening a 3,500‑controller shortfall. The FAA aims to restore staffing by 2028, using higher…

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. Restored pay…

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 cancellations and…

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. Easing depends…

Are Government Shutdown Cancellations Eligible for Airline Refunds?

DOT mandates cash refunds for canceled flights, even during government shutdowns. Credit-card refunds must arrive within 7 business days; other…

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 arrival terminals.…

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 least November…

What Compensation for Shutdown Cancellations and Delays?

Federal rules mandate automatic refunds of full fares and unused add-ons for cancellations or domestic delays of three hours (six…