FlightAware is tracking flight disruptions in Illinois, noting that FAA staffing shortages are causing nationwide flight delays.
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Updated Jul 17
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What happened
FlightAware is tracking flight disruptions in Illinois, noting that FAA staffing shortages are causing nationwide flight delays.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Illinois
state of the United States of America
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FlightAware
global aviation software and data services company based in Houston, Texas.
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Federal Aviation Administration
U.S. government agency regulating civil aviation
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