Will the shutdown affect international flights?
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International flights are exempt from the FAA's shutdown-related capacity cuts at major U.S. airports. The reductions, which affect up to 10% of daily flights at 40 major airports, apply only to domestic operations between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Travelers on international routes should not expect cancellations due to the shutdown, though overall airport operations may still be affected.
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