Reported about 15 hours ago
The ongoing government shutdown has placed air traffic controllers in a precarious position as they grapple with significant staffing shortages that have caused widespread flight delays. While typically able to weather such disruptions due to higher salaries, controllers are currently dealing with mandatory overtime and pay stoppages, leading to increased absenteeism. With training facilities at risk of running out of funds and no immediate financial relief in sight, the shutdown is likely to have lasting detrimental effects on the air traffic control system and the overall safety of air travel.
Source: YAHOO