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U.S. may be forced to close some airspace next week if shutdown continues, Duffy says

With nearly 13,000 air traffic controllers working without pay, the FAA plans 10% flight cuts at 40 airports to prioritize safety amid a record 37-day shutdown.

  • Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that a continued federal government shutdown could lead to 'mass chaos' and potential airspace closures next week.
  • Duffy noted that if the shutdown persists, the FAA may stop flights due to an insufficient number of air traffic controllers.
  • The U.S. Travel Association reported a loss of over $4 billion in economic impact due to the ongoing federal shutdown.
  • Duffy stated that the situation will worsen as financial pressure increases on workers who are being forced to work without pay.
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