Government Shutdown Escalates Air Travel Crisis: Control Towers Close, Delays Mount Nationwide
Government Shutdown Escalates Air Travel Crisis: Control Towers Close, Delays Mount Nationwide As the U.S. government shutdown extends into its seventh day, air travelers nationwide are facing mounting disruptions, including control tower closures and significant flight delays. The crisis deepened on Monday, October 6, when a pilot at Hollywood Burbank Airport was informed the control tower was shut down due to staffing shortages, forcing flights to operate under emergency procedures. This incident is indicative of the widespread impact of the…