Air traffic controller shortages cause widespread flight delays amid government shutdown

Data showed a “broader slowdown” Thursday across the country's aviation system for the first time since the shutdown began on Oct. 1, according to aviation analytics firm Cirium.

The future of air traffic control grows more uncertain as the federal government shutdown continues

The impact of the federal government shutdown on the air traffic control system in the United States could linger on well beyond the reopening of the government.
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U.S. Transportation Secretary addresses air traffic control staffing concerns amid the government shutdown

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy visited BNA amid air traffic control staffing shortages. Stress for controllers has only become worse as they work without pay during the government shutdown.

Ground delays issued amid shortage of air controllers as shutdown continues

Departures to Orlando International Airport are delayed an average of 2.7 hours overnight Thursday due to staffing issues, the Federal Aviation Administration said.

Air traffic control staffing problems spiked over the weekend, raising concerns about growing disruption

Air traffic controller staffing shortages worsened over the weekend as the nation’s government shutdown hit its fourth week, leading to delays and anxiety, and experts say it won’t get better until air traffic controllers get paid.
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