Air Traffic Controllers Should Not Be Used as a Pawn, Union Says

Today, the bench marks the first time in history that air traffic controllers and other aviation safety professionals we represent have now received two $0 paychecks. 41 days without pay. Controllers continue to show up and step up despite working full time during the shutdown and in many cases, mandatory overtime. Controllers continue to show up and step up for the American flying public and for each other.On behalf of myself and your national leadership, we see you. We thank you for your tireless commitme ...