Air traffic controller shortages lead to broader US flight delays as shutdown nears one-month mark

Continued staffing shortages in air traffic control facilities are causing delays at airports as the government shutdown nears the one-month mark.

United and American Airlines beg Congress to end shutdown ahead of busy holiday season as air traffic controllers work overtime without pay

It's putting stress on people. It's not fair to those people. It's also putting stress on the economy,” United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said.

80% of NYC-area air traffic controllers absent amid 'surge' in callouts: FAA

A surge in callouts among air traffic controllers "is straining staffing levels" at multiple airports across the U.S. -- including in the New York City area where 80% of controllers are absent, the Federal Aviation Administration said Friday evening.

Flight Delays Hit Austin, Nashville And Newark Friday After 3 Air Traffic Staffing Alerts

With high winds expected to hamper East Coast hubs on Friday, air traffic controllers continue to call out of work in greater numbers after missing their first full paycheck—leading to further flight delays.

Food distribution event held at Newark Airport for TSA employees, air traffic controllers

The Community Food Bank of New Jersey gave out fresh produce and pantry items to TSA workers and air traffic controllers at Newark Airport as they are set to miss their first full paycheck due to the government shutdown.
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