Senator Urges DOT To Include 96% Excluded From $10K Bonus
Senator says current plan excludes most shutdown staff.
Senator says current plan excludes most shutdown staff.
776 air traffic personnel with perfect attendance will receive $10k shutdown bonus payments by early December.
Witnesses describe shutdown-induced safety pressures, workforce concerns and certification delays.
Testimony during aviation hearing to urge lawmakers to protect FAA operations during future funding lapses.
Poll seeks your take on what lawmakers most need to focus on when aviation leaders testify about the shutdown’s effects on aviation later this week.
Normal NAS operations resumed Monday morning after the Emergency Order ended.
Senate subcommittee to review shutdown effects on air traffic, airline operations and workforce.
Homeland Security secretary announces payments recognizing ‘exemplary service’.
Updated order softens reductions, though General Aviation still barred from 12 airports.
Carriers prepare for a gradual return to normal operations as controller staffing improves and holiday travel approaches.