ORLANDO, Fla. – With airlines cleared to resume normal operations following the FAA’s decision to lift its flight-reduction mandate because of the government shutdown, Orlando International Airport is preparing for a slight increase this Thanksgiving travel season.

Airport officials say nearly 1.9 million passengers are expected to pass through MCO over the holiday period.

“Orlando is usually one of the nation’s hottest travel destinations for the holiday season, and Orlando International Airport is ready,” Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority Lance Lyttle said.

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Many travelers arriving early this week said they weren’t sure what to expect after days of uncertainty. Ruby

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