KEYT Newschannel 3 11/20/2025 – From Government Shutdown to Community Liftoff: Santa Barbara’s Answer to a National Crisis
“It’s good to have you guys back on the payroll,” pilot Levi Maaia of Santa Barbara Aviators said over the radio during a flight over Santa Barbara.
On the other end, the controller’s simple reply — “Hey, thanks” — carried the weight of weeks without pay. (watch the video)