"The U.S. government shutdown has rattled air travel - most recently with an unprecedented effort from the Federal Aviation Administration to cut flights by 10% at airports nationwide. And the disruptions are causing some to instead hit the road or buy a train ticket."
"Amid the latest scramble, Hertz is already reporting a sharp increase in one-way car rentals. One-way reservations have spiked more that 20% through the coming weekend compared with the same period last year, according to the company, which has also pointed to the shutdown's ongoing strain on travel overall. "We join the airlines in urging Congress to swiftly pass a clean continuing resolution and restore certainty for travelers," Hertz CEO Gil West said in a statement. "Every day of delay creates unnecessary disruption.""
The U.S. government shutdown prompted the Federal Aviation Administration to cut flights by about 10% at airports nationwide, creating delays and cancellations. Many travelers are shifting to alternative modes of transport, including one-way car rentals, long-haul buses, and commuter rails. Hertz reported more than 20% growth in one-way bookings for the coming weekend versus last year, and peer-to-peer platform Turo reported nationwide bookings up 30% year-over-year. Avis noted higher one-way rental activity as airlines adjust schedules. Amtrak expects record Thanksgiving ridership and anticipates a possible modal shift if flight disruptions continue.
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