Editorial photo #12973827 Economy, Business and Finance

Flight Cuts Amid Government Shutdown

An airplane approaches Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to land in heavy fog in Los Angeles, California, on November 9, 2025. As the nation's longest government shutdown continues, air travelers confront growing delays and cancellations caused by a shortfall in on-duty air traffic controllers. (Photo by Michael Yanow/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #12973827
Date taken: 9 November 2025
Location: —
Photographer: Michael Yanow/NurPhoto
Category: Economy, Business and Finance

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