Federal Aviation Administration Layoffs Spark Air-Safety Concerns.

The article from TIME Magazine discusses the recent layoffs of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) employees by the Trump Administration, sparking concerns about air safety. The layoffs primarily targeted probationary workers and were part of a broader government efficiency initiative led by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Aviation-safety experts warn that these cuts could strain the agency further, especially as the FAA already faces staffing shortages and outdated technology, as highlighted in a report by the Government Accountability Office. [Extracted from the article]

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