WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. (WWLP) - It's the 10th day of the government shutdown, and concerns are on the rise about its impact on air travel this Columbus Day weekend.

As the shutdown continues, flights are still taking off, but the aviation sector faces numerous challenges, resulting in delays and cancellations for travelers.

Air Travelers are beginning to fly out or land for their Columbus Day weekend plans, but since the government shutdown, air traffic controllers and TSA security have had to start working without pay, leading to staffing shortages. This caused the Federal Aviation Administration to reduce the number of flights in and out of airports to handle all the air traffic safely.

Those landing at Bradley International Airport said they didn't see an impact on their flight. "Our f

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