The ongoing federal government shutdown is starting to ripple through the skies over the New York region – and Newark Liberty International Airport is feeling the strain already.

The Federal Aviation Administration is extending the limited rate of arrivals and departures at Newark Liberty International Airport through next October.

While the FAA continues to limit flights, the number of takeoffs and landings is going up by four per hour to 72, still well below the more than 80 the airport saw before the current caps were put in place.

The US Federal Aviation Administration extended flight reductions at Newark Liberty International Airport through October 2026 to alleviate strain on the busy hub amid ongoing air traffic control staffing and equipment challenges.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy appeared at the New Jersey airport to say the federal government shutdown is already affecting air traffic controller staffing and sick calls.

The FAA extended its Newark airport flight cap through Oct. 2026, with the limit at 72 flights per hour to ease delays and boost efficiency.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has extended but slightly loosened limits on flights at Newark Liberty International Airport through October 2026, as the airport continues to face

Both William P. Hobby and George Bush Intercontinental Airports could see ground stops as a result of staffing shortages, though it's unclear when.