Government Shutdown Sparks Air Travel Chaos Across US Airports

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Are you flying to or from the US anytime soon? You might want to double-check your flight status… The record-breaking government shutdown is now causing massive disruptions in air travel across the country.  In this video, we break down why the FAA is cutting air traffic by up to 10%, what that means for major airports like Atlanta, New York, and Chicago, and how thousands of flights — and millions of passengers — are being affected.  With unpaid air traffic controllers walking off the job, delays and cancellations are piling up. Experts warn that if the shutdown continues, even the safety of US skies could be at risk.  Watch till the end to understand how this shutdown is turning into an air travel crisis — and what you can expect next if you’re flying soon. WooGlobe Ref : WGA846037 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00Flying in or out of the U.S.? Brace yourself. Air travel just hit a major turbulence, and it's not the weather.

00:06For a record-breaking 37 days, the U.S. government shutdown has dragged on, and now it's grounding more than just politics.

00:14Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has warned of mass chaos in the skies and even possible airspace closures.

00:21Starting Friday, the FAA will cut air traffic by up to 10% across 40 of the busiest airports in America, including Atlanta, New York, Chicago, Miami, and San Francisco.

00:34Airlines may try to help, but delays, cancellations, and frustration are on the rise.

00:39Experts predict thousands of flights could be axed, affecting nearly 270,000 seats.

00:44Why? Air traffic controllers and TSA staff are working unpaid, with many calling in sick or walking off entirely.

00:52One controller said,

00:53I'm spending the weekend with my kids. I've had enough.

00:57On Sunday, only 56% of flights from Newark left on time.

01:01Thousands of flights are delayed daily.

01:03Over 3.2 million passengers have already been impacted.

01:07And if even one control center falters, delays can ripple across the entire country, wrecking both domestic and international travel.

01:15The bottom line?

01:17If this shutdown drags on, tomorrow's skies may be even less safe than today's.

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