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Air traffic controller absences rise as shutdown continues into its second month

Air traffic controller absences rise as shutdown continues into its second month

Late Friday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) urged lawmakers to reopen the agency. The reason? A shortfall in funding and staffing has led to increased flight delays and cancellations at major airports nationwide. Federal workers, including employees from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and around 13,000 air traffic controllers, have been working without pay since […]

Ways to watch Army vs. Air Force for free: Schedule, livestream information

Ways to watch Army vs. Air Force for free: Schedule, livestream information

Today, on November 1st, the Army Black Knights are set to face off against the Air Force Falcons in the second game of this year’s Commander in Chief Trophy competition. This annual event features the football teams from the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, and U.S. Naval Academy, competing in a three-game series. […]

US Air Force world champion gymnast stands up for restricted Team Israel

US Air Force world champion gymnast stands up for restricted Team Israel

Patrick Hoopes Wins Bronze at World Gymnastics Championships U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Patrick Hoopes recently earned a bronze medal in the pommel horse event at the World Gymnastics Championships in Indonesia. This achievement marks a significant milestone for him, as gymnastics has been a passion of his since he was just two years old, […]

Vance warns that holiday air travel could be a problem if the shutdown continues.

Vance warns that holiday air travel could be a problem if the shutdown continues.

Vice President J.D. Vance warned on Thursday that holiday air travel could turn into a “disaster” if the government shutdown continues. Speaking to reporters after a roundtable at the White House focused on the shutdown’s effects on air travel, Vance expressed concern, stating, “It could be a disaster.” He highlighted the plight of workers who […]

Air traffic controllers with insufficient staff alert about system pressure during shutdown

Air traffic controllers with insufficient staff alert about system pressure during shutdown

Air traffic controllers have urgently called on lawmakers to resolve the ongoing government shutdown that’s left numerous employees without pay. Many federal workers, especially those in air traffic control, are putting in extensive hours to ensure safety in the skies, all while feeling the strain of financial insecurity. Joe Segretto, an air traffic controller, expressed […]