ATLANTA - With the federal government shutdown stretching on, attention is turning to what that could mean for air travel — especially at the world’s busiest airport.

What we know:

At Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Thursday morning, security lines were moving steadily at about a 25-minute wait, and only a handful of delays and cancellations were reported. But the concern is what could happen if the shutdown continues much longer.

What they're saying:

"I’m hoping for the best, but I don’t really know what’s going to happen," one traveler told FOX 5, noting how busy the airport remains despite the uncertainty in Washington.

TSA agents and air traffic controllers are among the essential federal workers who must continue showing up to their posts without a paycheck.

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