What airports will be affected by the 10% flight capacity reduction?

The specific airports affected have not yet been disclosed by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.

Why is the FAA implementing these capacity cuts?

According to FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford, the administration is seeing pressures build in the aviation system in a way that could jeopardize the safety of the airline system if left unchecked.

How will the airline community be involved in implementing the capacity reductions?

The administration will be meeting with the airline community to decide how to best move forward on implementing the 10% flight capacity reduction at the 40 major airports.

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Transportation Secretary Orders 10% Flight Capacity Cut at 40 Major Airports

6 Nov

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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announces 10% flight capacity reduction at 40 major airports
FAA Administrator Bedford says additional measures may be taken after initial reduction
Airline community to meet with administration on implementing the capacity cuts

Transportation Secretary Orders 10% Flight Capacity Cut at 40 Major Airports

On Wednesday, November 6th, 2025, US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that he will be reducing flight capacity by 10% at 40 major airports across the country, effective this Friday morning. Duffy stated that this is a proactive measure to address growing pressures in the aviation system.

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Bryan Bedford echoed Duffy's concerns, saying that additional steps may be taken if the administration continues to see pressures build in a way that could jeopardize the safety of the airline system. Bedford added that the FAA will be meeting with the airline community to determine the best way to implement the capacity reduction.