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The Great Thanksgiving Takeoff: What to Know About the Busiest Travel Week in 15 Years

The FAA expects Thanksgiving 2025 to bring the most crowded skies and airports in a decade and a half, with over 52,000 flights on a single peak day and more than 360,000 flights across the week. Discover how this surge could impact your journey and hotel stays, and get practical tips for a smoother trip.

November 24, 2025

Airports Buzz Back to Life: FAA Lifts Flight Restrictions After Government Shutdown

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently announced an end to nationwide flight restrictions put in place during the government shutdown, promising smoother skies ahead. Travelers can expect improvements soon, but a full return to normal may still take a bit of patience.

November 20, 2025

Sky’s Back Open: What the FAA’s Lifting of Flight Restrictions Means for Your Next Trip

The FAA has officially lifted all flight restrictions at 40 major U.S. airports following the end of the government shutdown on November 12, 2025. As normal flight operations resume, travelers can expect a smoother journey ahead—just in time for the holiday rush. Here’s what this means for your travel plans and the hospitality industry.

November 17, 2025

Is Your Next U.S. Flight at Risk? Here’s What’s Really Happening During the Ongoing Government Shutdown

With the U.S. government shutdown dragging into mid-November 2025, airports across the country are facing unprecedented delays, cancellations, and chaos. Here’s how it could affect you, especially as the holidays approach.

November 10, 2025

Travelers Face Rocky Skies: FAA Slows U.S. Flights as Government Shutdown Drags On

Due to an ongoing government shutdown stretching past 37 days in November 2025, the FAA is reducing flights at 40 major U.S. airports—including San Diego—by up to 10%. This move puts safety first but brings travel headaches, uncertainty, and challenges for both travelers and the tourism industry.

November 8, 2025

Flight Cuts at U.S. Airports: What Travelers Need to Know Right Now

As of today, the FAA has announced a 10% reduction in flights at 40 major U.S. airports because of staffing shortages linked to the ongoing government shutdown. This move, although aimed at keeping skies safe, could mean more canceled or delayed flights, pricier tickets, and complicated itineraries—especially with holidays approaching. Here’s an easy look at what’s happening, how it may impact you, and how to stay one step ahead.

November 7, 2025

Labor Day 2025: Why Your Airport Adventure Might Be One for the Books

The FAA predicts the busiest Labor Day weekend for air travel in 15 years, with more people than ever eager to end summer on a high note. But before you pack those bags, here's what this could mean for your trip—good, bad, and everything in between.

August 31, 2025

Planes, Delays, and Thunderstorms: How July 8th Turned U.S. Airports Upside Down

On July 8, 2025, severe storms brought travel mayhem to major U.S. airports, stranding thousands and reshaping travel plans. Here’s how travelers, airlines, and the tourism industry weathered the storm—and what this means for future trips.

July 9, 2025