Charlotte airport among airports facing flight cuts

Charlotte-Douglas International Airport could soon feel the impact of the ongoing government shutdown after the FAA announced a 10% reduction in air traffic at major airports. FOX multimedia reporter Chelsea Torres joins LiveNOW's Christina Evans with the latest update.

The Brief

The FAA announced nationwide flight reductions starting Friday at major airports o relieve overworked air traffic controllers amid the prolonged government shutdown.

Staffing shortages and unpaid overtime have pushed controllers to a breaking point.

Hundreds of flights have already been canceled, and the agency expects about a 10% reduction in service across high-volume markets as airlines adjust to the shutdown-related restrictions.

The head of the Federal

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