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Travel Industry Warns of Flight Disruptions as Government Shutdown Continues

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 4:33 AM

Major airline and travel organizations are raising concerns about potential air travel disruptions as the government shutdown drags on. Approximately 50,000 TSA security screeners are currently working without paychecks, raising fears that more may stop showing up to work.

WASHINGTON, March 5 – Major airline and travel industry organizations issued warnings Thursday about potential disruptions to air travel as the federal government shutdown stretches on, with spring break travel season approaching.

Approximately 50,000 airport security personnel with the Transportation Security Administration are currently on the job without receiving paychecks. Industry representatives expressed concern that financial strain could lead to increased absenteeism among these essential workers as the shutdown drags on.

The timing raises particular concern as the busy spring break travel period draws near, when airports typically see increased passenger volume.

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