The Hollywood Burbank Airport will be operating without air traffic controllers on Monday night, which could create considerable flight delays for travelers.
In an advisory issued early Monday, Federal Aviation Administration officials said that the airport was anticipating no air traffic controllers from 4:15 p.m. to 10 p.m. Airport officials were reportedly trying to bring in staffing prior to 10 p.m., but were "uncertain" if it was going to be possible.
"There have been increased staffing shortages across the system. When that happens, the FAA slows traffic into some airports to ensure safe operations," said a statement from an FAA spokesperson.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom took to X to address the situation, claiming that the airport had no air traffic control employees due to th