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Government shutdown likely to impact air travelers first, USF professor says
TSA and Federal Aviation Administration staff continue work without pay during the shutdown, causing rising absences that may disrupt airport security and flight operations, experts say.
- On Wednesday morning, government operations came to a halt nationwide after Congress was unable to finalize a budget agreement.
- This shutdown resulted from ongoing budget disagreements, continuing a pattern that has caused 21 shutdowns since the 1970s.
- TSA officers, who are deemed essential staff, continue to screen approximately 2.5 million travelers daily despite potential delays in receiving their salaries.
- Gray noted that many nations require passports to be valid for several months beyond the travel date, and travelers should anticipate potential delays along with extended wait times at TSA checkpoints.
- Experts caution that as the government shutdown continues, disruptions to travel and economic difficulties are likely to worsen, urging lawmakers to end the stalemate promptly.
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The latest shutdown is unfolding at a time when both the TSA and the Federal Aviation Administration are already facing staffing shortages, including a shortage of about 3,000 air traffic controllers.
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TAMPA, Fla. (WLFA) — This time of year, golfers are attracted to Tampa Bay. On Wednesday, several travelers from northern states arrived at Tampa International Airport for the activity. One of them was Johnny Mondoro from New Jersey. “The flight was fantastic,” Mondoro said. Mondoro and his buddies traveled on the first day of the government shutdown. They will after a few days, and Mondoro is not worried about any travel hiccups. 5 takeawa…
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