TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The National Airspace System continues to flow even with the stream of government support at a chokehold.

As the shutdown enters its second week, the air traffic controllers’ union is sending passengers a message of assurance.

Passengers at Tucson International Airport are aware that the shutdown means controllers could go without pay. The clock is ticking to see how much it is felt in the tower and on the ground.

“I’m just doing a leap of faith right now,” said Freddy Carrillo, who was flying from Tucson to Indianapolis on Thursday.

“I don’t know about coming back. I’m flying back Sunday. I might stay in Seattle,” said Susan, who was flying to Washington.

Just how air traffic controllers, essential yet unpaid during the shutdown, are handling this time weigh

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