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More FAA staffing shortages as government shutdown enters 8th day

The US Federal Aviation Administration is reporting air traffic control short-staffing amid an ongoing government shutdown, with Newark Liberty International Airport's facility experiencing a two-hour trigger Wednesday. This follows increased sick calls from unpaid controllers, who are considered essential but working without pay. While the FAA can manage airspace to avoid delays, the union highlights the system's fragility. Previous staffing issues and sick-outs have historically impacted shutdowns, raising concerns about flight safety and essential worker compensation.

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