US Flight Cancellations Top 1,200 Amid Government Shutdown; LAX Faces Limited Disruptions

Government Shutdown Impacts Flights

• ⚠️ Over 1,200 flights were canceled nationwide on Tuesday due to the ongoing government shutdown.
• 📌 The FAA increased flight reduction targets at major airports, including LAX, from 4% to 6%.
• ⏳ There is no timeline for when flight schedules will return to normal, even after a potential deal is reached.

SNAP Payments on Hold

• 💳 The Supreme Court has extended an order blocking full SNAP payments until midnight on Thursday.
• 🗓️ This means November SNAP payments are on hold for tens of millions of Americans as Congress works on a funding package.

LAX Passenger Experience

• ✈️ Despite nationwide disruptions, passengers at LAX reported relatively smooth travel during the Veterans Day holiday.
• 📊 LAX experienced over 80 delays and just over 50 cancellations, which is considered not