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US Air Traffic Controllers Face Firing: Delays Push Limits

TL;DR

In a dramatic move, the US government has threatened to fire air traffic controllers who fail to show up for work, amidst an ongoing crisis of flight delays impacting millions. With passengers enduring frustrating wait times at airports, authorities are cracking down on absenteeism among controllers.

Key points include:

  • Controllers may face termination if they skip work.
  • The ongoing delays are wreaking havoc on travel schedules.
  • Federal officials are determined to take action to restore order.

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