Charlotte Douglas is the sixth-busiest airport in the world for takeoffs and landings.
—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Oct. 2025
When a shortage of air traffic controllers occurs, the FAA reduces the number of takeoffs and landings to ensure on-duty air traffic controllers are not overwhelmed by flight volume.
—
Annabella Rosciglione,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Oct. 2025
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