November 6 2025 Key Developments on Government Shutdown and Trump Administration News
On November 6, 2025, significant staffing shortages were reported in air traffic control facilities across the United States. This situation arose just before the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) implemented directives requiring airlines to reduce flights to major airports. The impact was widespread, creating extensive delays in air travel.
Major Delays in Flight Operations
Air traffic control issues caused considerable delays at multiple airports:
- Dallas-Fort Worth: Delays averaged over 30 minutes
- Chicago O’Hare: Delays exceeded one hour
- Ronald Reagan Washington National: Delays reached over two hours
- Newark International Airport: Delays were more than three hours
Staffing Shortages Across Major Airports
Staffing problems were prevalent at various key locations:
- Chicago’s Midway and O’Hare International
- Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
- Nashville International Airport
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
- San Francisco International Airport
Additionally, Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON) facilities that manage the approach and departure of flights were under-resourced in:
- Boston
- Chicago
- Dallas
- Detroit
- Houston
- Las Vegas
- Newark
High-altitude flight centers experienced shortages as well, particularly in:
- Atlanta
- Cleveland
- Kansas City
- Indianapolis
- New York
- Washington, D.C.
Increasing Staffing Challenges during Government Shutdown
Since the commencement of the government shutdown, a total of 450 staffing issues have been recorded. This number represents more than four times the incidents reported during the same period last year, highlighting a growing crisis in air traffic management.
These developments accentuate the urgent need for improvements in staffing and resources for air traffic control as the situation continues to evolve.
