Burbank Airport Delays Due to Controller Shortage | JQJO

Hollywood Burbank Airport faced significant flight disruptions Monday evening due to a lack of air traffic controllers. The FAA implemented ground delays from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., with average delays estimated at over two hours. While airport officials sought temporary staffing, the Federal Aviation Administration cited increased system-wide staffing shortages, potentially exacerbated by controllers working without pay during a shutdown. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about air traffic controller shortages nationwide.