Issues are starting to pile up.
Late last week, the FAA issued an air traffic controller warning as the likes of Southwest Airlines hit 1,550 delays .
The FAA revealed that staffing issues were causing delays at several airports.
Airports Impacted By Air Traffic Control Staffing Issues:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
The staffing issues did not continue into the new week. However, concerns of delays and cancellations have continued. GOP leaders have stated that "Airports will be flooded with cancellations" the longer the shutdown lasts, raising fears about Thanksgiving travel.
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