As many as 1,800 flights could be affected on Friday alone, according to Cirium, an aviation-data provider. The final figure will depend on which airports are targeted. The FAA estimates that it handles an average of more than 44,000 flights a day.

Which Florida airports are seeing flight delays and cancellations as the federal government shutdown continues?

The FAA's plan to slash airline capacity due to the government shutdown could hit some of the nation's busiest airports, including in Atlanta, Dallas, New York City and Los Angeles, according to a proposed list obtained by CBS News.

The Federal Aviation Administration has announced plans to reduce flights at dozens of the nation's busiest airports amid staffing shortages triggered by the ongoing impasse.

Those flying in and out of Burlington may encounter problems as they try to travel due to reduced flights at other airports.

The Federal Aviation Administration is expected to list where it plans to scale back flights by 10% starting Friday. The agency says it will release details Thursday.

After the Federal Aviation Administration said it was reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 markets to maintain travel safety, here’s what to know.

Travel expert Katy Nastro shares insights on what travelers could experience while flying amid the FAA reduced operations mandate.

The cuts have been prompted by the government shutdown, which has left air traffic controllers working without pay. FAA officials say the goal is to maintain travel safety. Since the shutdown began Oct.

The potential delay comes just two days after Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport issued a ground stop Tuesday afternoon for the same reason. That ground stop lasted until 6 p.m., while a ground delay continued until 9 p.m., according to Houston Airports.