Flyers frustrated as FAA reduces flights at FLL, MIA over shutdown

FAA Flight Reductions Cause Delays at South Florida Airports

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered airlines to reduce flights, causing delays and cancellations at Miami International Airport (MIA) and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).

Flight Reduction Details

The FAA initially mandated a 4% cut in flights, increasing to 10% by next Friday at 40 airports, including MIA and FLL. Airlines quickly adjusted schedules and began canceling flights starting Thursday.

Impact on Travelers

Traveler Experience

At FLL, Jacy Todorovich, traveling home to Ohio, arrived 12 hours early to avoid complications.

“I wanted to be prompt and make sure that if there were any delays and had to make any changes, I had plenty of time to do so,” Todorovich said.
“Because getting home to me is really important, and finding another way to get home is a 20-hour drive or a 40-hour train ride.”
“I’m a nurse. I have to get back home so I can go take care of patients. There (are) plenty of people here (who) do everyday jobs that need to get back home and also so they can make money to continue living the way they currently do.”

Summary

The FAA’s flight reduction order has significantly disrupted travel schedules at South Florida airports, prompting passengers to take extra precautions to reach their destinations on time.

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WPLG Local 10 WPLG Local 10 — 2025-11-08

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