Airlines Knocked Sideways by Shutdown Are Getting Back on Track.

The article discusses the efforts of US airlines to recover from disruptions caused by a government shutdown, particularly in preparation for the busy Thanksgiving travel period. Airlines are facing challenges in rearranging pilot and crew schedules due to lingering government-mandated flight cuts and staffing shortages among air traffic controllers, who were required to work without pay during the shutdown. However, there are signs of improvement, with a decrease in flight cancellations and plans for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to restore operations. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has indicated that air traffic controllers will receive back pay quickly, which is crucial for restoring full staffing levels. Airlines like United Airlines and Delta Air Lines express optimism about returning to normal operations in time for Thanksgiving travel. [Extracted from the article]