Government shutdown brings air traffic control staffing issues
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The government shutdown is bringing more staffing issues at air traffic control facilities across the country.
Breakdown
- Traveler numbers increased by 20% at the start of a busy holiday period.
- Air traffic control staffing issues persist amid major storms and a government shutdown. 8s
- Delays due to staffing have increased tenfold, according to the Transportation Secretary. 22s
- Southwest Airlines warned that operational reliability could change rapidly. 26s
- Most air traffic controllers are still working and most flights are departing on time. 40s