Left home at 3:30 AM and arrived at Newark Airport around 4:27. Parked at The Spot, waited 11 minutes for the shuttle, and reached the check-in area at 4:56 — just four minutes before the baggage cutoff for my 6:00 AM flight.
Thankfully, TSA PreCheck and CLEAR were a breeze this morning. Lines were short, new equipment either all facial recognition were available, staff were courteous, and the process moved quickly. It was smooth sailing — at least for now-
But this is Day 1 of the 10 percent flight reduction affecting TSA and air traffic operations as the government shutdown drags on and federal employees continue working without pay. The effects may not be visible yet, or this morning but they will build as the day and weekend goes on.
#TravelTip
If you’re traveling soon, plan extra time, stay calm, and thank those TSA and airport personnel who are still showing up and keeping the system moving despite the uncertainty.
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