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flag Holiday flight bookings are up in 2025, with airlines adding seats, but a government shutdown risks delays due to staffing shortages.

flag Flight bookings for Thanksgiving and Christmas 2025 are rising compared to last year, with a 2% increase for Thanksgiving and about 1% for Christmas, according to Cirium data. flag Airlines are adding nearly 500,000 more seats for the holidays, with major carriers expanding capacity. flag Strong consumer demand is driving the trend, supported by airline executives who anticipate record travel volumes. flag However, a government shutdown raises concerns over potential airport disruptions due to staffing shortages, particularly among air traffic controllers, which could lead to delays despite ongoing safety measures.

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