Airlines step up to support federal workers as nearly 13,000 air traffic controllers go unpaid

Major airlines are providing meals and support to unpaid air traffic controllers and TSA officers during the federal government shutdown.

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.

Air traffic controllers issue desperate plea as families struggle without paychecks

Air traffic controllers press lawmakers to end government shutdown, saying unpaid workers and staffing shortages are putting aviation safety at risk.

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.

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.
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