**Flight Reductions Implemented at 40 Major U.S. Airports Amid Safety Concerns**

WASHINGTON (AP) — Flight reductions have been put into effect at 40 major U.S. airports following recommendations from the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) safety team. This move comes after a “rapid decline” in controller callouts, which raised concerns about maintaining safe air traffic operations.

The agencies involved announced that a 6% flight reduction limit will remain in place while officials evaluate whether the air traffic system can safely return to normal operations. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford emphasized that safety remains their top priority, and all decisions will continue to be guided by data.

Since the restrictions took effect last Friday, thousands of flights have been canceled. Initially, the FAA had planned to increase flight cuts gradually from 4% up to 10% of flights at the affected 40 airports.

Authorities are closely monitoring the situation to ensure that the nation’s air travel system operates safely and efficiently, prioritizing passenger safety above all.
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