Summary
Travelers in the U.S. are dealing with long security lines and possible missed flights caused by a partial government shutdown that affects the TSA. Travel insurance might not cover these missed flights since it's seen as a "foreseeable" event. Some airlines are changing their policies to help passengers manage disruptions.
Key Facts
- TSA staff shortages are causing long security lines due to a partial government shutdown.
- The Department of Homeland Security, which runs TSA, has been partially shut down since mid-February.
- TSA may have to close some airports if funding is not restored.
- About 11% of TSA employees scheduled did not report for duty.
- Over 480 TSA employees have resigned since the shutdown started.
- Standard travel insurance usually does not cover missed flights due to predictable events like long TSA lines.
- Some comprehensive travel insurance plans with "Cancel for Any Reason" (CFAR) might cover cancellations.
- Airlines such as United and Delta are changing policies to help passengers rebook without fees.
