As expected, it was a nightmare weekend for both airports and airlines due to the FAA's cutbacks. Southwest and American Airlines stranded thousands of passengers as disruptions took an ugly turn .

Things weren't any easier for Delta Air Lines, which also suffered one of its worst days . This was impacted by a lack of air traffic controllers at its busiest airports.

The result saw hundreds of cancellations at one of America's busiest airports.

Here's a closer look at what happened and how the airport responded to the air traffic controller shortages.

The Republican Study Committee Issued A Warning Over The Status Of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Due To A Lack Of Air Traffic Controllers

Delta Air Lines continues to dominate Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Internationa

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