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Plane makes emergency landing after crew bangs on cockpit door over comms problem

The Federal Aviation Administration said the plane landed safely after declaring an emergency when the pilot could not contact the cabin crew.
SkyWest plane in Omaha, Nebraska on Oct. 20, 2025.
SkyWest plane in Omaha, Nebraska on Oct. 20, 2025.

Air traffic control staffing issues cause flight delays across U.S.

As of Monday morning, a staffing trigger was in place in the Philadelphia area, which also includes Newark Liberty International Airport.
Secretary Duffy Speaks On Shutdown Impact At Newark Airport
Secretary Duffy Speaks On Shutdown Impact At Newark Airport

Major airports refuse to play Kristi Noem's video blaming Democrats for the shutdown

Airports in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Las Vegas, Charlotte, Phoenix, Seattle and more say the video’s political content goes against their policies.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks at the Nashville International Airport on July 17, 2025.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks at the Nashville International Airport on July 17, 2025.

Three big pressure points that could bring an end to the government shutdown

As the shutdown continues, federal workers will miss their paychecks, airports could see longer delays and frustration over insurance may grow.
TSA line.
TSA line.

Travel delays spread to more airports as shutdown drags on

The FAA says it expects staffing shortages at Newark Airport, which could reduce the number of inbound and outbound flights.
Passengers walk from a terminal at Philadelphia International Airport in Philadelphia, Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025.
Passengers walk from a terminal at Philadelphia International Airport in Philadelphia, Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025.

Delays spread to major airports across the U.S. as shutdown drags on

Travelers in Chicago and Nashville were experiencing delays as more air traffic controller shortages were reported.
Travelers sit together and wait
Travelers sit together and wait

A key lifeline for rural communities will expire Sunday if shutdown continues

The Essential Air Service, which provides funding for rural airline routes, serves communities across all 50 states and Puerto Rico, according to the Transportation Department.
A plane takes off against the backdrop of the Chugach Mountains
A plane takes off against the backdrop of the Chugach Mountains

FAA reports staffing issues at airports as government shutdown continues

Air traffic controllers began working without pay Monday, and the agency reported a slight increase in sick calls since the government shutdown began.
Hollywood Burbank Airport
Hollywood Burbank Airport
24d ago

2 Delta jets collide at LaGuardia Airport as they were taxiing on the ground

A flight attendant reported a minor injury in the collision, which happened at low speeds and involved two Delta Air Lines-affiliated flights, officials said.
Emergency response at LaGuardia Airport after Delta plane collision, Oct. 1, 2025
Emergency response at LaGuardia Airport after Delta plane collision, Oct. 1, 2025
32d ago

Europe

Europe

Man arrested in U.K. over alleged cyberattack that affected European airports

Airports in Berlin, Brussels and London were hit by disruptions to systems that snarled up check-in.
Cyberattack on airline systems causes delays at London's Heathrow Airport
Cyberattack on airline systems causes delays at London's Heathrow Airport
32d ago

United Airlines flights grounded nationwide for 30 minutes due to 'connectivity issue'

The Air Traffic Control System Command Center said the cause of the stop was "COMPANY REQUEST / TECHNOLOGY."
U.S. Imposes Travel Restrictions On Southern African Countries Due To COVID Variant
U.S. Imposes Travel Restrictions On Southern African Countries Due To COVID Variant