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Air traffic controllers told to keep working during government shutdown as some staffers call in sick
"Air traffic controllers and other aviation safety professionals take their responsibility to protect the safety of the flying public very seriously. Participating in a job action could result in rem...

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Transportation secretary says government shutdown adds stress on air traffic controllers
Why Unpaid Air Traffic Controllers Could Be Key In Ending Shutdown
Slight rise in US air traffic controllers calling in sick seen since shutdown began
The number of air traffic controllers calling in sick since the government shutdown began has seen a slight "tick up", U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said on Monday, at times cutting air tr...

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Government shutdown live updates as California airport goes without air traffic controllers due to staffing shortage
Burbank Airport air traffic control tower unmanned, flights delayed amid government shutdown
Burbank, California airport goes without air traffic controllers for hours amid government shutdown
"Thanks, @realDonaldTrump! Burbank Airport has ZERO air traffic controllers from 4:15pm to 10pm today because of YOUR government shutdown," California Gov. Gavin Newsom wrote on X.

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Federal shutdown adds stress to air traffic control operations at Newark Airport
Hollywood Burbank Airport left unmanned for hours as US government shutdown hits air traffic control
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Travelers at Logan react to delayed flights due to staff shortages with air traffic control

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said it’s been delaying flights due to air traffic control shortages. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says many<a class="excerpt-read-more" href=" More

What Air Travelers Can Expect If The Shutdown Drags On

Historically, lapses in federal funding have led to longer lines at airport security checkpoints, more flight disruptions and slowdowns in processing passports and visas—though travelers may not see those impacts immediately.

Hollywood Burbank Airport without air traffic controllers Monday night due to staffing shortages

The Hollywood Burbank Airport will be operating without air traffic controllers on Monday night, which could create considerable delays for travelers.
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