FAA Ends Mandatory Flight Cuts
Despite concerns, airlines say they are ready for the Thanksgiving rush.
Despite concerns, airlines say they are ready for the Thanksgiving rush.
The FAA froze mandatory air traffic reductions at 6% on Wednesday.
The trade group is urging Congress to reopen the federal government as quickly as possible.
The FAA’s mandatory 4% air traffic reduction will grow to 6% on Tuesday.
But there were signs Sunday that the federal government could soon reopen.
The airport would seek compensation from the federal government once it reopens.
A 4% air traffic cut took effect on Friday.
The restrictions will go into effect Friday morning.
Nearly 600 aircraft are affected by the directive, which follows reports of missing hardware on key control surfaces.
The Honolulu-based carrier is in the process of merging with Alaska Airlines.