Core Points - The U.S. federal government has been in a "shutdown" for 30 days, which is significantly impacting the aviation industry, particularly air traffic control and airport operations [1][2] - Vice President Vance warned that if the shutdown continues into late November, it could lead to severe disruptions in air travel, including increased absenteeism among air traffic controllers and longer security lines at airports [1] - The Transportation Secretary Duffy echoed these concerns, stating that the upcoming Thanksgiving travel season could exacerbate the situation, as demand for air travel typically increases in November [1] Industry Impact - The ongoing government shutdown has resulted in a significant shortage of air traffic controllers, with approximately 13,000 controllers and 50,000 airport security personnel forced to work without pay, leading to increased absenteeism [2] - Recent data indicated that on October 26 and 27, 44% and 24% of flight delays, respectively, were attributed to the absence of air traffic controllers, compared to an average of only 5% before the shutdown [2] - On October 30, over 6,000 flights were delayed and more than 1,000 flights were canceled across the U.S. due to various reasons, including the impact of the government shutdown [1]
【环球财经】美副总统万斯：“停摆”若持续至感恩节 航空交通将面临“灾难”
Xin Hua She·2025-10-31 02:43