Articles tagged “airlines for america”

Many airports are continuing to see long lines and wait times at security as TSA agents missed their first full paycheck during the partial shutdown.

With no clear end to the government shutdown — now the longest in U.S. history — the FAA said it is trying to ease pressure on air traffic controllers, who are expected to miss a second paycheck next week.

The move is the latest escalation in rising tensions between the U.S. and China. U.S. airlines have long lobbied for the restrictions, arguing that Chinese carriers had an unfair advantage.

Airports across the country started reporting delays as Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said there had been a “slight tick up” in sick calls among air traffic controllers.

The airline industry said that there could be a slowdown in operations if the government shuts down. However, it so far seems unlikely that Congress will have a deal before midnight.

The global airline sector is in a growth phase, with annual revenue on pace to reach $1 trillion, driven by strong leisure demand and the significant rebound of business travel.

Most FAA confirmation votes are nonpartisan. In this case, Democrats are taking a stand and citing a rule around pilot training.

Industry officials testified to Congress about the air traffic controller shortage and technology shortfalls. Elon Musk and DOGE, however, became contentious flash points.

Trade organizations like IATA and Airlines for America are challenging a slate of airline regulations from the Biden administration.

An appeals court argued that the rule “likely exceeds the DOT’s authority and would irreparably harm airlines.”