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Airlines, Government-Mandated Flight Cuts

The FAA is slashing flights because of the shutdown. Here’s what travelers can expect

Travelers will have fewer flight options within the U.S. starting Friday as the Federal Aviation Administration imposes schedule cuts at 40 major airports to ease the strain on air traffic controllers...

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Southwest Airlines slashes flights amid government shutdown

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U.S. Airlines Brace for Third Day of Government-Mandated Flight Cuts

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US Flight Delays, Cancellations Accelerate as Air Traffic Controller Shortages Surge

Major airlines braced for a third day of government-mandated flight cuts Sunday after rising air traffic control staffing shortages snarled thousands of flights on Saturday.

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Air travelers face frustration as FAA increases flight cuts during the government shutdown

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U.S. airlines cancel more than 2,500 weekend flights largely due to government shutdown

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Southwest Airlines Has New Seats—And Some Even Have More Legroom

In a shocking twist of fate, Southwest Airlines has introduced some actually good updates to its flight operations. Starting January 27th, 2026, the 58-year-old company announced that it would be switching to assigned seating, new boarding groups with a new group organization system, and last-minute priority boarding options.

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Southwest Airlines Moves Forward With Major Change

Southwest Airlines has been undergoing several high-profile changes over the past several months as the airline looks to boost profits and provide a more elevated experience that will help it compete with legacy airlines like Delta,

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Southwest Airlines' new policy will affect plus-size travelers. Here's how

Southwest Airlines will soon require travelers who don't fit within the armrests of their seat to pay for an extra one in advance, part of a string of recent changes the carrier is making.The new rule goes into effect Jan. 27, the same day Southwest starts ...