FAA Orders 10% Flight Reduction at Charlotte Airport Amid Shutdown
The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered Charlotte Douglas International Airport to cut flights by 10% starting Friday, as part of nationwide reductions affecting 40 major airports during the ongoing federal government shutdown.
Since the shutdown began on October 1, Charlotte has already seen roughly 6,000 flight delays, airport officials said Thursday. However, the airport noted it has not yet received direct notification of specific reductions at CLT.
“Our airline partners, including American Airlines, will determine and communicate any scheduled changes directly to customers,” officials said in a statement. “CLT remains in close communication with our federal and airline partners to stay informed and responsive as needed.”
The airport averages about 1,800 daily arrivals and departures, meaning the FAA’s order could cut around 180 flights once implemented. For now, Charlotte officials say there are no major operational impacts at the airport.
