FAA, airports and government shutdown
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The FAA has already been delaying flights at some airports because of widespread staffing shortages. The government shutdown, now in its sixth week, has taken a growing toll on controllers, who are required to work without pay until it ends. Some have taken on second jobs, and many are calling out sick.
A ground stop at William P. Hobby Airport was expected to last until 6 p.m., while a ground delay at George Bush Intercontinental Airport was expected to last until 9:30 p.m., according to the FAA.