Delta Reduces Flights Starting November 7
Delta is following a directive from the FAA and the U.S. Department of Transportation to cut back flights at 40 major U.S. airports beginning Friday, November 7.
Customer Notice and Apology
The airline will notify customers as early as possible about any changes to their flights and apologizes for any inconvenience caused by these adjustments.
Reason for Flight Reductions
These reductions respond to air traffic control staffing shortages resulting from the ongoing government shutdown, aiming to ensure safety throughout the national airspace system.
“These flight reductions are in response to air traffic control staffing shortages stemming from the ongoing government shutdown and are intended to maintain safety across the national airspace system.”
Author's summary: Delta is cutting flights at 40 U.S. airports starting November 7 due to air traffic controller shortages caused by the government shutdown, prioritizing airspace safety.