Air traffic controllers warn of 'tipping point'
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I’ll search for information about the “Keep America Flying Act” to write an accurate travel news story.# Congress Introduces Emergency Aviation Bill to Ensure Critical Workers Get Paid During Government Shutdown As the federal government
The U.S. government shutdown is affecting the livelihood of thousands of air traffic controllers, as they’re expected to keep working without a paycheck. It’s led to major staffing shortages and employees calling out sick, delaying flights and packing ...
Officials there said a staffing shortage was to blame for delays Sunday of up to three hours and a ground stoppage.
Air traffic controller shortages are causing significant flight delays across the United States. Nearly half of the busiest airports face these issues. New York is particularly affected, with 80% of controllers absent.