US EditionSean Duffy: US Flights Could Be Grounded to Protect Travelers
The government shutdown has led to a shortage of 2,000 to 3,000 air traffic controllers, causing delays and cancellations while workers miss paychecks, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
- On Nov. 2, 2025, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned officials will slow air traffic and cancel flights to keep the system safe in U.S. airspace, including New York area airports, during an interview on Face the Nation.
- With pay delayed, air traffic staffing shows about 4,000 controllers short and 2-3,000 currently missing, while many air traffic controllers remain unpaid for over a month after a missed paycheck this past week.
- FAA data show New York area airports experienced three‑hour delays, with 80% controller absences during this year, despite a 20% increase in academy output.
- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned officials will slow flights, urging `Give the money and we'll pay the controllers.` to address staffing shortages and delays.
- With only about $6 billion contingency fund available, monthly SNAP benefits cost $9 billion and troops and service members may not be paid by November 15, the CBO projects a seven to 14 billion economic loss.
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