As the government shutdown stretches into its seventh day, delays and cancellations plague airports across the US, including Burbank and Newark, due to severe staffing shortages of air traffic controllers.
The U.S. government shutdown is wreaking havoc on air travel, leading to significant delays and staffing shortages in air traffic control. Travelers across the country, particularly in major airports like Newark and Burbank, are facing unprecedented disruptions. With controllers concerned about working without pay, the situation could worsen. Learn more about the implications of this shutdown on air travel and what to expect moving forward.
A pilot at Hollywood Burbank Airport faced a closed control tower due to the ongoing government shutdown, leading to significant flight delays and staffing shortages at major airports across the U.S.
Flights at Hollywood Burbank Airport are severely delayed as the air traffic control tower goes unmanned due to staffing shortages amid the ongoing government shutdown. With average delays over two hours, the situation has drawn criticism from state officials.
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In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Rachel Crafton files the first wrongful death lawsuit following the deadly collision of an American Airlines regional jet and a U.S. Army helicopter, seeking justice for her late husband and the other victims.
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The FAA is proposing a hefty $3.1 million fine against Boeing for serious safety violations, including a midflight incident involving an Alaska Airlines jet. Discover the details behind this significant penalty and Boeing's response.