US Government Shutdown 2025: Flights Delayed at Burbank Airport As Air Traffic Controllers Vacate Tower Amid Staff Shortage in California
Flights have been delayed at Hollywood Burbank Airport in California as air traffic controllers vacated the tower amid a staffing shortage caused by the ongoing US government shutdown. As of 4:15 PM on Monday, October 6, no controllers were present in the tower, with duties being handed off to SoCal TRACON in San Diego. The FAA confirmed that reduced staffing has forced slower traffic management at affected airports to maintain safety.
Flights have been delayed at Hollywood Burbank Airport in California as air traffic controllers vacated the tower amid a staffing shortage caused by the ongoing US government shutdown. As of 4:15 PM on Monday, October 6, no controllers were present in the tower, with duties being handed off to SoCal TRACON in San Diego. The FAA confirmed that reduced staffing has forced slower traffic management at affected airports to maintain safety. Travellers faced delays ranging from 30 to 45 minutes, while both air traffic controllers and TSA staff continued working without pay. Officials emphasised that this measure is temporary but necessary to ensure operational safety. US Government Shutdown 2025: Large Portions of Govt Officially Shut Down As Donald Trump and Congress Fail to Agree on Spending Bill, Employees on Furlough.
Air Traffic Controllers Vacate Hollywood Burbank Airport Tower in California
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