Dozens of flights cancelled at Atlanta airport
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ATLANTA — Hundreds more flights appear to have been canceled Sunday at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, a day after a similar waive of cancellations that have begun with the FAA saying it would institute service cuts at the nation's busiest airports amid the ongoing government shutdown.
In the midst of the government shutdown, airports and airliners continue to face restrictions as flight cancellations and delays increase.
Passengers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport shared stories of their frustrations from delayed or canceled flights and a lack of rental cars and hotel rooms.
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Flights trimmed at Atlanta, other major airports as government shutdown drags on
The FAA ordered the flight cuts because of increased strain on unpaid air traffic controllers during the government shutdown.
The Federal Aviation Administration ordered a 10% decrease in flights from 30 of the country's largest airports and 10 mid-sized hubs as the government shutdown continued. Air traffic controllers and security screeners are required to work but are not getting paid.
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Delta to cut some flights under FAA plan, offering flexibility for flyers
Delta Air Lines will comply with an FAA order to cut flights at 40 major U.S. airports starting Friday, likely including Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson, while offering flexible options for travelers affected by the reductions.