What airlines are telling passengers about shutdown cancellations, flight changes

Airlines are sharing contingency plans and options for ticketed passengers who may be impacted by shutdown-related flight reductions starting Friday. The Federal Aviation Administration announced a directive on Wednesday to cut 10% of flights to 40 U.S. airports amid the ongoing federal government shutdown, prompting carriers to quickly shift flight schedules in order to maintain safe airspace operations. With offers ranging from waivers to refunds, here's what airlines want travelers to know. American Airlines The Fort Worth, Texas-based carrier said Thursday it expects the vast majority of its travel to be unaffected. Long-haul international travel will remain as scheduled. "Disrupting customers' plans is the last thing we want to do," it stated . "To provide additional flexibility durin