Or maybe they just want to take some time off if they've got some vacation plans. We can no longer depend on the timeliness. And I fear for the safety of our air traffic control system because so many air traffic controllers are overstressed and so many airports are understaffed that they're literally having to shut down some of the air travel and flights are being delayed. And I have no doubt, or at least I worry, that public safety is being endangered. Earlier this week, an Austin airport where I live, issued a ground delay due to air traffic control staffing problems. (10:37–10:58)
CLAIM
Asserts that air traffic controllers are overstressed and airports understaffed, affecting air travel safety.
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