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Burbank Airport Faces Evening Gap in Air-Traffic Control Staffing as FAA Warns of Delays

The FAA signaled 30–45 minute delays due to safety-driven reductions in airport traffic flow.

Former LA Deputy Mayor Brian K. Williams was sentenced Monday to probation and community service after he admitted making a false bomb threat at City Hall.
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Overview

  • Hollywood Burbank Airport had no on-site air-traffic controllers from about 4:15 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday, according to officials and local reports.
  • The FAA said it is slowing traffic into some airports to maintain safe operations during staffing shortfalls.
  • Potential delays of 30 to 45 minutes were forecast for travelers using the airport Monday evening.
  • Local controllers attributed the staffing gap to sick calls, last-minute leave requests and routine scheduling issues, and they disputed any link to the federal shutdown.
  • Gov. Gavin Newsom blamed President Donald Trump and the shutdown for the disruption, while the airport noted contingency procedures and reporters said it was unclear which flights would be affected.