government shutdown

Transportation secretary says safety remains paramount as unpaid controllers struggle to keep system running.

Transportation secretary Sean Duffy warns growing risks to aviation system amid prolonged shutdown.

Annual Pensacola Homecoming Air Show called off due to uncertainty over government funding, ending the Blue Angels’ 2025 season early.

Vance, Duffy cite growing strain on controllers and TSA workers as shutdown enters its fifth week.

U.S. Navy Blue Angels take to the skies over Washington following weeks of canceled shows.

Duffy, Daniels warn during press conference that shutdown pressures are stretching the nation’s air traffic system.

Recent government shutdowns have led to air show cancellations and the loss of headline military demo teams like the Blue Angels and Thunderbirds.

LAX ground stop highlights mounting strain as government shutdown continues.

Union warns of rising stress and safety risks as Oct. 28 approaches.

Texas Capital Air Show organizers cite inability to deliver “world-class aviation show” during shutdown as event shifts to 2026.