Sydney Airport flights disrupted by controller shortage
A shortage of air traffic controllers at Sydney Airport has triggered widespread delays and cancellations, underscoring long-running staffing and safety concerns at Australia’s busiest hub.
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A shortage of air traffic controllers at Sydney Airport has triggered widespread delays and cancellations, underscoring long-running staffing and safety concerns at Australia’s busiest hub.
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Sydney Airport has imposed temporary limits on arrivals and departures after an air traffic controller shortage triggered widespread delays and cancellations.
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