As flight cuts tied to the federal government shutdown ripple across the country, travel experts say passengers can still take steps to minimize the chaos, starting with choosing airlines that offer the most flexibility.

"The airline is going to protect you on an alternate flight. It may be inconvenient, but they're still going to get you to your final destination," said Marty Seslow, Vice President of Marketing for Flourtown-based Gate 1 Travel , which serves roughly 300,000 travelers each year.

Seslow recommends that travelers who haven't booked yet choose an airline with the highest number of flights to their destination, giving them the best chance of being re-accommodated as FAA-mandated reductions continue.

"An airline that flies much less frequently — with the forced r

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