央视记者亲历：联邦政府“停摆”冲击航空系统

Core Points - The U.S. Department of Transportation announced a 10% reduction in air traffic at 40 busy airports starting November 7 due to the ongoing federal government shutdown [1] - Newark International Airport, one of the busiest in the U.S., has seen significant impacts, including flight cancellations and increased delays [3] - The shutdown has led to a shortage of air traffic control personnel, with nearly half of major facilities experiencing staff shortages, and New York area facilities facing a 90% shortfall [3] Group 1 - The government shutdown has resulted in the cancellation of flights and longer wait times at security checkpoints due to reduced staffing [5][7] - Airlines have begun to reduce flights, with many cutting 4% of their schedules initially and planning to increase to 10% in the coming days [8] - The ongoing situation is expected to lead to more flight cancellations and delays, impacting passenger travel significantly [7][8] Group 2 - The reduction in operational efficiency is a direct consequence of prioritizing safety amid staffing shortages, which may undermine the stability and credibility of the U.S. government operations [8]