IDAHO FALLS — With the government shutdown threatening mass flight cancellations and delays, what can locals expect for their upcoming travel plans?

According to Kimberly Felker, spokeswoman for the City of Idaho Falls, Idaho Falls Regional Airport is not currently expecting mass flight changes – but this could change.

“While the FAA has announced potential nationwide reductions, it’s not yet known if local flights will be impacted later,” says Felker. “We encourage travelers to monitor their airline and flight status closely for any updates and to continue arriving early for their flights, as schedules and staffing may change with little notice.”

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