Detroit Metro Airport faces flight cancellations, delays as FAA limits flights

At Metro Airport, flight disruptions continue with 45 cancellations and 11 delays due to FAA's expanded mandate, now canceling 6% of daily flights amid staffing shortages from the government shutdown. Aviation experts warn the situation, affecting major hubs like Chicago O'Hare and Atlanta, may worsen, potentially reaching a 10% cancellation rate by week's end. As air traffic controllers and TSA officers miss paychecks, the impact on holiday travel looms, with some controllers seeking alternative jobs to support families.