Political Stalemate Puts Aviation Safety at Risk as Shutdown Reaches Day 30
- Major U.S. airlines urge Congress to end the 30-day government shutdown, citing risks to air safety and holiday travel amid unpaid staff shortages. - Air traffic controllers face mandatory overtime without pay, worsening delays at key airports and eroding safety focus, per FAA and union reports. - Political gridlock blocks funding bills, with Democrats demanding extended healthcare subsidies and Republicans failing to secure 60 Senate votes for a resolution. - Economic costs reach $7B for a four-week shu
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has attributed delays at major airports such as Boston, Dallas, and Orlando to staffing shortages, with some delays stretching up to four hours, as reported by
The economic consequences are growing. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) projected that a shutdown lasting four weeks could reduce economic output by at least $7 billion by the end of the year, and that figure could double to $14 billion if the shutdown extends to eight weeks. Airlines, however, argue that the toll on people and operations is even greater.
The political stalemate remains unresolved. Democrats have declined to back temporary funding unless Republicans agree to prolong enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies, which impact 22 million people, CNBC reported. Senate Republicans, who hold 53 seats, have not managed to reach the 60-vote threshold needed to pass a funding bill, with 13 failed attempts since the shutdown began, according to
Public anxiety is mounting as well.
As the shutdown approaches the 35-day record set in 2018-2019, airline industry groups and unions are warning of a breaking point. "Missing paychecks only heightens the strain on these vital employees,"
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