FAA airspace closures: How each airline is responding

Several airlines are offering the option to rebook or issue a refund for customers whose flights are impacted by the reductions.

FAA reduces air traffic by 10% at 40 airports - See the list

The FAA is reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 "high volume" markets beginning Friday. The impact will affect travelers in 27 states and Washington, D.C.

United Airlines to offer refunds because of shutdown-caused flight restrictions

United Airlines customers with flights booked to travel during the government shutdown will be eligible for a refund, CEO Scott Kirby told employees in a memo on Wednesday.

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.

FAA cuts flights amid shutdown — What to do if yours is delayed or canceled

The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce air traffic by 10% in 40 major markets starting Friday as unpaid air traffic controllers continue to call out.

Traveling soon? Here’s what to do if flight is delayed or canceled

Travel snags are more likely to ramp up ahead of the holiday season as the shutdown drags out. Here’s what to know if you face a delay or cancellation.

Thanksgiving travel at risk? How a government shutdown might impact your trip

As the government shutdown continues, unpaid air traffic controllers face staffing shortages that are causing flight delays nationwide and sparking concern ahead of Thanksgiving travel.

Airlines step up as thousands of air traffic controllers go unpaid

Here is how some U.S. airlines are stepping up to support the air traffic controllers that are going without pay amid the government shutdown.

Man accused of stabbing two teens with metal fork on flight from Chicago

A man is facing federal assault charges after reportedly stabbing two teen boys with a metal fork while on a Lufthansa flight from Chicago to Germany.

Cartel ‘narco-banners’ warn Americans in Mexican resort: Expert

Two alleged “narco-banners” warning Americans to stay out of Mexico’s Los Cabos region have fueled fears of cartel intimidation, though local officials insist the signs never existed.

Louvre museum robbery: Jewels gone in daring heist

Thieves stole items from the Louvre, one of Paris’ most iconic attractions, Sunday morning as tourists were already inside. Here’s what French officials said happened.

Passenger allegedly assaults Alaska Airlines crew members, forces emergency landing at Boise Airport

A 61-year-old woman was arrested Tuesday after allegedly attacking at least one Alaska Airlines crew member on a flight from Portland, Oregon, to Dallas, prompting an emergency landing at Boise Airport in Idaho.

What you can and can't get if your flight is delayed or canceled during the shutdown

Flight delays are increasing as the government shutdown strains air traffic control. Here’s what you can and cannot do if your flight gets canceled or delayed.