Southern California airports see 6% of flights canceled
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Southern California airports are experiencing significant disruptions, with up to 6% of flights canceled as travelers face a challenging 24 hours of delays, cancellations, and last-minute changes.
Breakdown
- Up to 6% of flights at Southern California airports were canceled, causing major disruptions for travelers.
- San Diego International Airport saw over 200 delayed flights and more than 60 cancellations, with delays attributed to FAA staffing shortages. 43s
- The FAA issued a ground stop in San Diego, leading to nationwide delays and cancellations, compounded by the ongoing government shutdown. 53s
- Travelers across the country, including those in the Midwest and East Coast, experienced cancellations and long waits due to the disruption. 1m 29s
- FAA and Transportation officials warned that recovery to normal operations will take time, as controller shortages existed before the shutdown. 2m 3s