The Federal Aviation Administration said it will reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 “high-volume markets” beginning Friday, if the government shutdown continues .

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Travel delays have been adding up as air traffic controllers have continued to work without pay during the shutdown.

The FAA said the reduction will help maintain safety and avoid any major issues, including unstaffed air traffic control towers.

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