Overview

• Hollywood Burbank’s control tower had zero controllers from about 4:15 to 10 p.m. Monday, with Southern California TRACON in San Diego managing traffic remotely.
• FAA advisories reported an average 151-minute departure delay to Burbank as operations continued at a reduced rate.
• By early Tuesday, controllers were scheduled back in the Burbank tower and morning flights were reported on time.
• The FAA cited controller shortages causing delays at other airports, including Newark Liberty and Denver International, and slowed traffic to maintain safety.
• Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy noted a slight uptick in sick calls by unpaid controllers and warned that continued strain could trigger broader flow reductions and jeopardize Essential Air Service funding.