Air Traffic Controllers Ordered to Stay on Duty Amid Deepening Government Shutdown
Air Traffic Controllers Ordered to Stay on Duty Amid Deepening Government Shutdown The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) has directed its over 20,000 members to continue working without pay during the U.S. government shutdown, now entering its second week. The union issued a stern warning that failure to report for duty could lead to termination and compromise air safety. NATCA emphasized that participating in job actions is illegal and would undermine the union’s credibility and advocacy efforts. This directive…