As the government shutdown continues, airports nationwide are feeling the impact. Air traffic controllers are still showing up to work, but they're not receiving paychecks for their essential services.

The situation raises concerns about safety and operational capacity as travelers head into the busy holiday season.

The controllers are classified as essential workers, but the financial strain is mounting.

Unpaid Air Traffic Controllers Face Mounting Stress as Holiday Travel Nears

"I think these guys should be paid. They're working for the government, and the government should pay them," said Faith Higgins, a traveler.

The stress on controllers is compounding existing challenges in the aviation system. Dr. Mike McCormick from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University explained the growing p

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