DC-area travelers on navigating the airport during the government shutdown Day 40 of the government shutdown has delivered delays and cancellations at airports around the country due to the FAA-ordered cuts to the number of flights at 40 high-volume markets, which include BWI Marshall, Reagan National and Dulles International.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy blamed the cuts on the 10% of air traffic controllers across the country who he said were calling in sick.

The air traffic controllers are mandated to work during the shutdown, while not being paid.

While the cut in flights has caused headaches for travelers, by Saturday afternoon, many at Reagan National Airport told WTOP that it has been smooth sailing.

Alyah Fox, who arrived from Denver, said she enjoyed the view from a wi

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