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flag A staffing shortage at Johannesburg’s airport on Jan. 5, 2026, caused major flight delays and diversions.

flag A temporary shortage of air traffic controllers at Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport on January 5, 2026, caused widespread flight delays and diversions, affecting airlines like Airlink and FlySafair. flag ATNS attributed the disruption to staffing shortages and suspended instrument flight procedures, leading to reduced airspace capacity and flights being rerouted to Gaborone and Durban. flag Passengers reported long waits, poor communication, and confusion over services. flag ATNS deployed additional personnel and implemented contingency plans to restore normal operations, while airlines urged patience and worked to recover schedules.

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