U.S. air traffic control staffing hit for second day, delaying flights

Government shutdown-related air traffic control staffing shortages are causing widespread flight delays across the U.S. for the second consecutive day. The FAA has reported reduced operations and increased delays at airports like Newark, Nashville, and Chicago O'Hare. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy noted a rise in controller sick leave and a 50% staffing cut in some areas due to unpaid work. The situation echoes a 2019 shutdown, where similar issues led to traffic slowdowns and pressure on lawmakers.

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