Alabama airports are warning fliers that air travel may be impacted by the Federal Aviation Administration’s decision to cut air capacity by 10% due to the ongoing government shutdown.
On Wednesday, the FAA announced that flights at 40 major hubs, including Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, would be reduced to maintain air safety.
Airlines since have announced plans for vouchers, refunds and rescheduling protocols as carriers shift flight schedules, according to ABC News.
Airports in Alabama are alerting travelers that their plans could be affected.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth Airport has announced in recent weeks that its schedules have not been impacted so far, as other airports have reported routes affected by air traffic controller absences.
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