TAMPA, Fla. - A looming government shutdown is threatening to make the Thanksgiving travel season even more stressful for flyers.

The backstory:

Across the country, major airports have been hit with severe delays and cancellations in recent weeks, and Florida is no exception.

Orlando International and Jacksonville International have both experienced travel headaches over the last few days.

At Orlando International Airport, no certified controllers showed up for the night shift last Thursday, leading to 370 delays and 90 cancellations.

At Tampa International Airport , the flight board is looking good for now, but for many travelers nationwide, this past week has been anything but smooth.

According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), nearly half of all major air traffic

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