Results for: Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg

A woman’s frustration reached explosive proportions at Los Angeles International Airport when she unleashed a profanity-laced tirade at Delta Airlines employees. The incident stemmed from the airline rescheduling her flight to the next day due to her missing the original one. However, the outburst took a surreal turn when the woman realized she had been mistakenly directing her anger at the WestJet counter, not Delta’s. The mix-up, captured on video, added a bizarre twist to the already tense situation.

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg emphasized the need to address the concerns of overworked air traffic controllers by hiring 2,000 additional controllers. The move follows a report highlighting the prevalence of exhaustion and burnout among controllers, potentially compromising safety. In response, the FAA implemented new rules mandating extended breaks between shifts. Buttigieg emphasized the importance of providing adequate support for controllers, including investments in technology and addressing workforce shortages.