Could the airlines hire some private controllers

[PeterNSteinmetz]

So this no doubt costs the airlines plenty. Could they ask the FAA to step aside and install some private controllers to handle this airspace?

Flights to Los Angeles International Airport halted due to air traffic controller shortage

The Federal Aviation Administration says flights departing for Los Angeles International Airport are being held due to a staffing shortage at a Southern California air traffic facility.

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