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Airlines and travelers scramble to prepare for cuts in air traffic

By Joel Rose

Published November 6, 2025 at 3:47 PM CST

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Airlines are gearing up for a 10% reduction in flights ordered by the Federal Aviation Administration. The agency says it's necessary to keep the nation's airspace safe during the government shutdown.

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