The Hollywood Burbank Airport operated without air traffic controllers for several hours on Monday night, creating considerable flight delays for some travelers.

In an advisory issued early Monday, Federal Aviation Administration officials said that the airport was anticipating no air traffic controllers from 4:15 p.m. to 10 p.m. Airport officials were reportedly trying to bring in staffing prior to 10 p.m., but were "uncertain" if it was going to be possible.

"There have been increased staffing shortages across the system. When that happens, the FAA slows traffic into some airports to ensure safe operations," said a statement from an FAA spokesperson.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom took to X to address the situation, claiming that the airport had no air traffic control employees due t

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