POLITICS

Air traffic controllers ending government shutdowns : NPR

U.S. airlines are preparing for potential disruptions as a government shutdown impacts air traffic controllers. A similar shutdown in 2019 caused major East Coast airport delays due to controllers calling in sick, highlighting the financial strain on these essential workers. While the FAA's training academy remains open, current controllers work without pay, leading to low morale and concerns about their ability to manage financially. Many fear a repeat of past slowdowns as controllers may individually decide not to report to work.

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