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WATCH: Air traffic controller shortages amid shutdown lead to canceled flights, delays
ABC News
Flight delays and cancellations are climbing as sick calls involving air traffic controllers leave a number of airport towers and control facilities without enough staff to handle all flights.
Oct 8, 2025, 7:08 PM
The government shutdown is snarling air travel. Officials say it could get worse
Rachel Treisman, NPR
A dozen facilities saw air traffic control shortages on Monday, delaying flights at several airports. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy blamed "a slight tick-up in sick calls" due to the shutdown.
Oct 7, 2025, 4:58 PM
Sean Duffy Says He Doesn’t Want Air Traffic Controllers Working as Uber Drivers During Shutdown
Matt Novak, Gizmodo.com
Sean Duffy tried to blame the Democrats for the government shutdown.
Oct 6, 2025, 7:35 PM
As The Shutdown Persists, Air Travel May Suffer
Jerrold Lundquist, Contributor, Jerrold Lundquist, Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/jerroldlundquist/, Forbes
Impact of US government shutdown on air travel
Oct 4, 2025, 2:08 PM
Air traffic controllers helped end the last government shutdown, and may again
Joel Rose, NPR
A shortage of air traffic controllers may have played a role in ending the last government shutdown in 2019. U.S airlines are once again bracing for possible delays in commercial aviation.
Oct 2, 2025, 9:00 AM
How a US government shutdown could impact your next flight
Taylor Rains, Business Insider
A government shutdown could disrupt flights, extend security wait times, and slow safety functions, creating a stressful travel experience for flyers.
Sep 30, 2025, 9:32 PM
How a Looming Government Shutdown Could Disrupt Transportation and Cybersecurity
Ece Yildirim, Gizmodo.com
Federal workers across agencies are facing massive layoffs as Democrats and Republicans are in a stand off over funds.
Sep 30, 2025, 5:15 PM
Drone activity confirmed at multiple Denmark airports
BBC News
The incidents come after the country's Copenhagen airport was forced to close earlier this week due to a drone incursion.
Sep 25, 2025, 1:38 AM
Air Canada plans US growth in 2026, beginning with 3 new routes
Edward Russell, The Points Guy
Air Canada adds three new routes to Cleveland, Columbus and San Antonio in 2026.
Sep 24, 2025, 2:45 PM
Delta's wild new Airbus A321neo configuration is official with a whopping 44 first-class seats
Zach Griff, The Points Guy
Due to regulatory delays, Delta Air Lines is temporarily changing plans for several A321neo jets — with a massive expansion of first-class seating.
Sep 22, 2025, 4:45 PM
WATCH: Small plane makes emergency landing on racetrack
ABC News
A small aircraft made an emergency landing at one of America’s oldest racetracks. The pilot was uninjured and the passenger was treated for minor injuries.
Sep 22, 2025, 12:13 PM
A deadly assault in Charlotte underscores a shift in crime on public transit
Joel Rose, NPR
A violent killing in Charlotte's transit system has gotten a lot of attention. The numbers say trains and buses remain safe overall, but assault has eclipsed robbery and theft as the biggest concern.
Sep 19, 2025, 9:00 AM
Spirit Airlines Pilot Reportedly Warned to ‘Get Off the iPad’ After Veering Too Close to Air Force One
Lucas Ropek, Gizmodo.com
The incident took place as President Trump was headed to the U.K.
Sep 17, 2025, 8:45 PM
Delta and Aeromexico must end joint venture by January, Trump administration rules
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico must wind down their deep partnership by Jan. 1, the U.S. Department of Transportation ruled Monday, amid competitive concerns in Mexico City.
Sep 16, 2025, 1:00 AM
Long Island Rail Road strike averted as unions ask Trump to step in
ABC News
The largest union representing LIRR employees has joined four other unions to authorize the first strike in over 30 years, but the strike would not start until 2026.
Sep 15, 2025, 9:42 PM
Pony.ai, Mowasalat Partner to Test Robotaxis on Public Roads in Qatar
Maham Fatima, Yahoo Entertainment
Pony AI Inc. (NASDAQ:PONY) is one of the best IPO tech stocks to buy now. On September 5, Pony AI Inc. announced a partnership with Mowasalat (“Karwa...
Sep 14, 2025, 5:02 AM
Deciphering last week's air travel protection news: What are your rights as a passenger?
David Slotnick, The Points Guy
Several proposed and actual changes to air travel consumer protections have changed what Americans can expect when travel goes sideways. Here's what to know.
Sep 12, 2025, 8:00 PM
High-speed train from California to Las Vegas tries to slow rising costs
Joel Rose, NPR
Brightline West is betting it can build the first true high-speed rail line in the U.S. But the company says costs are rising, despite its best efforts to keep them down.
Sep 11, 2025, 9:00 AM
California’s High-Speed Rail Fiasco Keeps Getting Worse
Benton Graham, Grist, Gizmodo.com
California's dream of building a high-speed rail system linking San Francisco and LA is a cautionary tale of ambition outpacing funding, planning, and federal support.
Sep 10, 2025, 1:35 PM
The Biden-Era Plan to Pay Travelers for Airline-Caused Delays Is Dead
Nelson Aguilar, CNET
The Trump administration axed a proposal that would have forced airlines to pay cash for delays or cancellations that were the carrier's fault.
Sep 5, 2025, 9:39 PM
Trump's DOT cancels compensation for airline delays and cancellations
Sean Cudahy, The Points Guy
The Trump administration withdrew a Biden-era proposal to compensate passengers at least $200 when their flight is delayed or canceled.
Sep 5, 2025, 2:43 PM
Airlines lobby DOT to remove major passenger consumer protections
David Slotnick, The Points Guy
U.S. airlines' lobbying group filed a proposal with the Department of Transportation seeking to repeal a wide range of consumer protections.
Sep 4, 2025, 1:13 PM
With federal money in doubt, California's high-speed train seeks a new path forward
Joel Rose, NPR
The leaders of California's high-speed rail project say they've learned from past mistakes. But the troubled megaproject faces an uncertain future with $4 billion in federal funding tied up in court.
Sep 3, 2025, 9:00 AM
Amtrak's flagship Acela trains get a long-awaited upgrade
Joel Rose, NPR
The NextGen Acela trains, as Amtrak calls them, are faster and lighter than the current fleet. They're scheduled to start revenue service along the Northeast Corridor on Thursday.
Aug 28, 2025, 9:00 AM