The BriefMajor airlines, including Alaska Airlines, are canceling flights at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport starting Friday due to FAA guidance amid air traffic control shortages caused by the ongoing government shutdown.

Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines are canceling select flights due to an FAA directive, impacting travel plans for some Neighbor Island routes. Residents and visitors are encouraged to check their flight

Uncertainty looms as airlines prepare for nationwide flight reductions, including at Portland International Airport.

The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights starting Friday as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.

Alaska Airlines said it will work to rebook passengers or provide refunds for canceled flights after the Federal Aviation Administration called for a reduction in flights nationwide starting Friday.

Travelers nationwide could face cancellations and delays galore after the Federal Aviation Administration ordered airlines to cut flights at major airports amid the ongoing government shutdown— though it’s not yet clear when the changes will be announced.

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said the refund offer was available to any travelers who did not want to fly amidst newly announced restrictions.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) cited fatigue and staffing shortages among air traffic controllers who have now gone nearly a month without pay amid the ongoing government shutdown.