Is it safe to fly during the government shutdown? Experts weigh in.

The shortage of air traffic controllers at some airports during the U.S. government shutdown may have travelers wondering if they have anything to worry about as they board their flight.

Flight delays in some parts of the U.S. have ticked up since federal funding lapsed on Oct. 1, even as controllers, Transportation Security Administration officers and other air safety personnel are required to work without pay. Previous shutdowns have resulted in a spike in TSA officers and air traffic controllers calling out sick from work , contributing to delays and flight cancellations.

Despite such inconveniences, aviation experts are confident that air travel remains safe. "There is no slacking. FAA safety standards don't go on hiatus just because the government is shut down," Henry Har