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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Josh Funk and Rio Yamat

What to do if your flight is delayed or canceled during the US government shutdown

Government Shutdown - (Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)

The federal government shutdown has entered its second week, and already shortages of air traffic controllers have strained operations and disrupted flights at some U.S. airports.

Experts, as well as union leaders representing air traffic controllers and security screeners, warn that the impact could grow significantly worse if the shutdown continues and employees start to miss paychecks.

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