The recent conclusion of the government shutdown has not fully resolved the aviation issues facing the nation. While airlines are scrambling to restore operations and the FAA has eased some flight restrictions, flight reductions and delays are expected to last at least another week. The Department of Transportation (DOT) has lowered flight cuts to 3 percent, but many airports continue to experience canceled flights and disruptions. Travelers at airports such as Sea-Tac and Indianapolis are facing ongoing challenges, with concerns about elevated cancellations persisting into the holiday travel season. Experts warn that the turbulence from the shutdown may linger, complicating the recovery process for air travel across the U.S.