transportation crisis
US Aviation Crisis: Over 1,700 Flights Cancelled Due to Government Shutdown and Air Traffic Controller Shortages
Nov 09, 2025 07:04 pm CST
The ongoing government shutdown has triggered a severe aviation crisis across the United States, with more than 1,700 flights cancelled and thousands delayed due to air traffic controller staffing shortages. Major airports nationwide are experiencing significant disruptions, with the FAA implementing mandatory flight reductions that could increase to 20% if the budget impasse continues, potentially threatening upcoming holiday travel plans.
Nearly 7,000 US Flights Delayed as Air Traffic Controller Shortages Worsen During 27-Day Government Shutdown
Oct 28, 2025 03:37 pm CST
The US aviation system faces mounting challenges as the federal government shutdown enters its 27th day, with nearly 7,000 flights delayed nationwide due to air traffic controller staffing shortages. The FAA has implemented ground delay programs at major airports while 13,000 controllers and 50,000 TSA officers continue working without pay, raising concerns about the sustainability of air travel operations as the crisis continues.
'Wrath Of Allah To Blame...': Farooq Abdullah On Crisis In J&K Apple Industry
Sep 17, 2025 08:52 pm CST
The "wrath of Allah" is to blame for the transportation crisis affecting Jammu and Kashmir's apple industry, National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah said Wednesday.
Thousands Of Tonnes Of Apples Rotting In Kashmir Due To Road Closure
Sep 16, 2025 04:51 pm CST
Thousands of tons of apples are rotting in trucks stranded along the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway, with distressed farmers protesting the government's failure to restore the highway for the last 20 days.
Thousands Of Tonnes Of Apples Rot In Trucks Stranded On Srinagar-Jammu Highway
Sep 16, 2025 02:13 am CST
As thousands of tons of apple rot in trucks stranded along the Srinagar-Jammu National highway, distressed farmers launched protests and shut fruit markets across Jammu and Kashmir.