Delta Airlines Urges Congress to End Government Shutdown Amid 30-Day Disruptions

Delta Air Lines has urged Congress to pass a clean continuing resolution to end the ongoing federal government shutdown, which has lasted 30 days and caused air traffic controllers, TSA agents, and customs officers to miss paychecks. The airline emphasized that missed paychecks increase stress on these essential workers, many of whom are working mandatory overtime to maintain air travel safety and efficiency. Delta highlighted the critical role federal employees play in enabling the airline to operate more than 5,000 flights daily, carrying over 550,000 customers. The shutdown's strain on the system is causing delays and reduced efficiency for millions of travelers. Delta's call aligns with similar appeals from United Airlines and other major carriers, pressing for a clean funding measure to avoid risking American workers and the economy. The airline also noted that the Federal Aviation Administration shares the mission of safe flight operations amid these challenges.