How does the government shutdown impact Austin's airport?
A final vote to reopen the federal government is expected on Wednesday, Nov. 12. That legislative process, which started in the U.S. Senate Monday night, will not immediately end the chaos at places like airports.
A final vote to reopen the federal government is expected on Wednesday, Nov. 12. That legislative process, which started in the U.S. Senate Monday night, will not immediately end the chaos at places like airports.
Flight cuts cause concerns for Austin airport travelers
Flight reductions began on Friday, Nov. 7, at 40 major airports because of the government shutdown.
Flight reductions began on Friday, Nov. 7, at 40 major airports because of the government shutdown.
Austin airport lifts ground delay for Nov. 7
The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport lifted a ground delay on Friday, Nov. 7.
The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport lifted a ground delay on Friday, Nov. 7.
Austin airport lifts ground delay; travelers voice frustrations
Airports were already dealing with staffing shortages before the government shutdown. Now, after more than a month without pay, workers are stretched thin.
Airports were already dealing with staffing shortages before the government shutdown. Now, after more than a month without pay, workers are stretched thin.
Ground delay lifted at Austin airport
A ground delay was lifted at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
A ground delay was lifted at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Austin airport's staffing shortage leads to delays
The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport experienced a ground stop and a ground delay on Monday.
The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport experienced a ground stop and a ground delay on Monday.
Austin airport given the all-clear after suspicious item was found in terminal
Police have given the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport the all-clear after a suspicious item was found at a terminal Thursday evening.
Police have given the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport the all-clear after a suspicious item was found at a terminal Thursday evening.
Airports feeling strain of government shutdown with air traffic controller shortage
As the government shutdown enters its second week, airports are feeling the ripple effects.
As the government shutdown enters its second week, airports are feeling the ripple effects.
2025 ACL Music Festival: Travelers flocking to Austin from across the country
The Austin City Limits Music Festival will take center stage at Zilker Park this weekend.
The Austin City Limits Music Festival will take center stage at Zilker Park this weekend.
City prepares for 2025 ACL Music Festival
Austin's biggest music event is back, and the city is gearing up to welcome 75,000 people a day. Whether you're going or not, there are things you'll want to know ahead of the packed two weekends ahead.
Austin's biggest music event is back, and the city is gearing up to welcome 75,000 people a day. Whether you're going or not, there are things you'll want to know ahead of the packed two weekends ahead.
Austin City Council to vote on resolution regarding air traffic controller shortage
The City of Austin is urging the FAA to do more to help with the shortage of air traffic controllers at Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
The City of Austin is urging the FAA to do more to help with the shortage of air traffic controllers at Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
Austin airport expects thousands of travelers for July 4th weekend
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is preparing for more than 30,000 travelers ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is preparing for more than 30,000 travelers ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.
Austin travel expectations ahead of July 4th
If you plan on traveling out of town this week for the July 4th weekend, you're not alone. They're already expecting more than 18 million travelers at airport security checkpoints starting tomorrow through the 7th. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera has more from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
If you plan on traveling out of town this week for the July 4th weekend, you're not alone. They're already expecting more than 18 million travelers at airport security checkpoints starting tomorrow through the 7th. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera has more from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Possible ground delays at AUS this summer; international arrivals area upgraded
Fewer staff in air traffic control towers could affect summer travel. It's already been an issue at Austin-Bergstrom, which is in the middle of its phased expansion plan.
Fewer staff in air traffic control towers could affect summer travel. It's already been an issue at Austin-Bergstrom, which is in the middle of its phased expansion plan.
AUS talks expansion, air traffic controller issues
Less staff in air traffic control towers could affect summer travel. It's already been an issue in Austin, which has less than half of the air traffic controllers than it should have. Officials are still pushing for the FAA to get them more.
Less staff in air traffic control towers could affect summer travel. It's already been an issue in Austin, which has less than half of the air traffic controllers than it should have. Officials are still pushing for the FAA to get them more.
Severe storms cause damage, power outages across Austin area
Severe storms on Wednesday night caused damage and flooding across Austin, including a collapsed roof at a gas station and broken glass.
Severe storms on Wednesday night caused damage and flooding across Austin, including a collapsed roof at a gas station and broken glass.
Austin airport went under ground delay due to staffing issues
The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport was under a ground delay for hours on Wednesday. It comes as the nation is struggling to find air traffic controllers to fill vacancies.
The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport was under a ground delay for hours on Wednesday. It comes as the nation is struggling to find air traffic controllers to fill vacancies.
120-plus flights delayed at Austin-Bergstrom due to air traffic controller shortages
More than 120 flights were delayed at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on Sunday, May 11, reportedly due to an ongoing shortage of air traffic controllers.
More than 120 flights were delayed at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on Sunday, May 11, reportedly due to an ongoing shortage of air traffic controllers.
REAL ID deadline: Here's how things looked in Austin
REAL ID requirements went into effect on May 7, which means you need a compliant ID or passport if you're flying within the U.S.
REAL ID requirements went into effect on May 7, which means you need a compliant ID or passport if you're flying within the U.S.
Department of Transportation unveils plan to fill hundreds of air traffic controller positions
The Trump administration is tackling the nationwide shortage of Federal Aviation Administration air traffic controllers. This comes after a series of aviation crashes this year.
The Trump administration is tackling the nationwide shortage of Federal Aviation Administration air traffic controllers. This comes after a series of aviation crashes this year.