Travelers from Hollywood Airport faced a delay on Monday evening (local time) because the air traffic control tower remained without a crew in the middle of the US government. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) warned against a delay ranging from 30 to 45 minutes, while air traffic administrators and TSA employees continued to work without reward.
Why is the Burbank air traffic control tower?
Travelers at Hollywood Burbank Airport met after FAA announced that the air traffic control tower would be from 16:15 to 22:00 without a crew without crew due to lack of staff worsened by stopping the US government.
“There was an increase in staff in the whole system,” FAA spokesman said. “When this happens, FAA slows down traffic to some airport to ensure safe operations.”
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California Governor Gavin Newsom accused Trump’s administration of lack and published on social media:
“Burbank Airport has today from 16:15 to 22:00 from 16:15 to 22:00.”
The reports of eyewitnesses have confirmed that Burbank inspectors are heading home at 16:15 and pass duties to South California Tracon, access to access and departure based in San Diego, which further manages most of the air traffic in South California.
How are Burbank airports?
Despite the fact that the tower that is not served, Burbank airport showed no abolition and only a minor delay around 16:00. FAA officials hope for minimal disruption, although the full impact on the traveler remains uncertain.
FAA has several triggers of staff across the country, with the delay already reported in Denver, Detroit, Indianapolis and Phoenix. Delays are largely associated with air -controlling air traffic, which call the patients, which increases when the employees do not repay during switching off.
“We watch sick calls, sick holidays. We had a slight check of sick calls? Yes. And you will see a delay that comes from that? Because again, our priority, I want your flight not to be delayed. I don’t want you to cancel, but our priorities are safety.
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Why are air traffic administrators and TSA employees still work?
Air traffic controllers and TSA officers are considered necessary employees, which means they have to continue working without reward. Despite the stopping of the US government, approximately 13,200 management operations and more than 61,000 TSA employees will be expected at work.
Jeffrey Price, Aviation Professor at the Metropolitan State University in Denver, warned of possible disruptions:
“The system becomes a bit more fragile and the longer it goes on, the more the traveler notices it.”
Historical precedent emphasizes risks. During the 35 -day shutdown of the government in 2018–2019, unpaid officers of TSA and air traffic administrators began to call the sick, causing disruption of flight and temporary closure of airport terminals.
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How long will the lack of Burbank airport staff last?
FAA expects Burbank Airport to be without air traffic controls until 22:00, although officials are trying to bring personnel occupation earlier. Air traffic controllers are expected to receive one final payout for hours worked before shutdown, while the normal continuation of remuneration after the end of the switch -off.
The shutdown comes at a time when both TSA and FAA already face long -term lack of staff, including estimates of 3,000 fewer air traffic controls than required.
If the system cannot safely manage the planned flights, FAA will slow down and landing, which will potentially increase delay and cancellation for passengers throughout the region.
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What can Burbank airport passengers expect?
Travelers are advised to check the flight status in advance and allow more time for security checks, as longer lines can develop if the continuation is switched off. While the immediate disturbance at Burbank airport was limited on Monday, the ongoing personnel challenges could get worse because the government’s shutdown persists.
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