Washington, DC – The United States is experiencing widespread disruption to air traffic as the government shutdown enters its 26th day.
This led to the disruption of hundreds of flights and the delay of thousands of passengers across various US airports.
Air transport sources said the ongoing closure has caused a severe shortage of security personnel and air traffic controllers.
After many of them refused to work due to delayed salaries and the cessation of federal funding.
Media reports indicated that Atlanta International Airport, one of the busiest airports in the world,
Long queues and unprecedented delays were witnessed, while a number of airlines were forced to cancel domestic and international flights.
Experts warn that the continuation of the crisis could lead to a complete paralysis of the American civil aviation system.
Especially if an agreement is not reached between the White House and Congress on the budget law and funding for the border wall,
Which represents the core of the political dispute behind the current shutdown.
In contrast, travelers expressed their dissatisfaction with the chaos prevailing at airports.
Describing the situation as “unprecedented” in a country that prides itself on being the leader of the free world.
