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Shutdown Threatens Air Travel Chaos and $4B Losses

11/5/2025

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U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned a government shutdown could cause chaos in U.S. air travel.
Delays at Newark Liberty International Airport could worsen and trigger mass cancellations and airspace closures.
The U.S. Travel Association reported $4 billion in economic losses due to the shutdown and urged Congress to act before Thanksgiving.
Aviation analytics firm Cirium noted 56% of Newark departures were on time, with staffing shortages contributing to disruptions.

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U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned a government shutdown could cause chaos in U.S. air travel.
Delays at Newark Liberty International Airport could worsen and trigger mass cancellations and airspace closures.
The U.S. Travel Association reported $4 billion in economic losses due to the shutdown and urged Congress to act before Thanksgiving.
Aviation analytics firm Cirium noted 56% of Newark departures were on time, with staffing shortages contributing to disruptions.