Travel Advisory: Ongoing Flight Delays Following Shutdown Resolution
Although the federal government shutdown has ended, airlines and the FAA are still working through several days of operational backlog, resulting in continued delays and cancellations—particularly on domestic routes and among regional carriers. Travelers may continue to see schedule changes over the next several days as operations normalize.
Regional carriers such as Endeavor, SkyWest, and Republic continue to experience elevated cancellation levels. Industry reporting shows that cancellations have risen quickly as airlines adjust schedules and continue recovery operations.
Reference: Associated Press — FAA says flight cuts will stay at 6% because more air traffic controllers coming back to work
Most airlines are still offering flexibility for rebooking or refunds, including for non-refundable fares in certain cases. Travelers should review notifications sent directly by their airline or booking agency for specific waiver details.
Reimbursement Guidance
If travel delays cause added costs outside the traveler’s control—such as lodging, meals during extended delays, or fare differences required to complete travel—these may be reimbursed with department/Driver Worktag Manager approval.
Please retain receipts and include a brief explanation of the disruption in the Expense Report Memo.
What to Do
• Monitor flight status directly with your airline (apps provide the fastest updates).
• Allow additional time at the airport.
• Review airline-issued travel waivers (sent from Fox World Travel) or rebooking options.
• Consider alternate flight options if needed.
For assistance with flight changes or cancellations, please contact the agency that booked your trip (Fox World Travel or Short’s Travel).
If additional support is needed after working with the agency, contact your campus travel manager.