Summary
The U.S. has experienced its longest-ever government shutdown, causing widespread flight cancellations and delays for the fifth day. Airlines reduced flights due to air traffic controller shortages, and a bill to end the shutdown is awaiting approval. Airline stocks have dropped amidst the disruptions.
Key Facts
- Near 1,200 flights in the U.S. were cancelled, continuing a five-day trend of disruptions.
- Over 1,300 flights were delayed on Tuesday morning alone.
- LaGuardia Airport in New York reported delays averaging one hour and 40 minutes.
- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) instructed a reduction in flights due to staffing shortages.
- The government shutdown has lasted 42 days, the longest in U.S. history.
- A bill to end the shutdown has passed the Senate and awaits further approvals.
- President Trump has urged air traffic controllers to return to work, warning of docked pay.
- Airline stocks fell as a result of ongoing flight cancellations and delays.
