Aviation Workers Warn of Growing Safety Risks Amid Government Shutdown
Union leaders representing air traffic controllers, pilots, and flight attendants held a press conference to highlight the escalating risks posed by the partial government shutdown. They stressed that essential aviation personnel are working without pay, leading to significant financial hardship and distraction. The speakers warned that the aviation system is reaching a breaking point, with safety oversight and infrastructure modernization being compromised. They urged Congress and the White House to end the shutdown immediately to ensure the continued safety and security of the national airspace.
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