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Government Shutdown Hits Air Travel, Closing a Control Tower and Causing Delays Across the Country
(SOURCE: CNN)

A pilot preparing to take off Monday from Hollywood Burbank Airport in California took the routine step of radioing the air traffic control tower.

But instead of the usual back-and-forth conversation of coordinating departure, the pilot received a different response: “The tower is closed due to staffing,” according to audio recorded by LiveATC.net.

The exchange is one example of the impact the ongoing government shutdown is having on travelers across the US as air traffic controller staffing issues have led to delays at major airports and forced pilots in some areas to pivot to alternative workflows.

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GBTA Foundation Names 2025 WINiT Top 50 Honorees Recognizing Women in the Business Travel Industry

The GBTA Foundation has announced the 2025 WINiT Top 50, honoring industry leaders, rising talent and corporate champions who elevate and celebrate women in the business travel and meetings sector.

Now in its 11th year, GBTA WINiT is dedicated to advancing equity and opportunity for women across the business travel industry. It offers leadership development, mentoring connections, networking and public recognition to accelerate career progression. In recent years, the program has expanded, and the WINiT Summit, Awards and Gala now serve as a high-visibility platform for recognizing exemplary leaders, allies and corporate champions.

This year’s Top 50 winners hold a wide range of positions in the travel industry and represent 36 companies from across the globe.

More information and the full list of winners are available here.

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