The greater Seattle area was placed into a ground delay program late Thursday night due to intense rain and wind.

It's still unclear whether travel insurance policies will cover these disruptions, especially for flights booked after the shutdown began.

SEATAC, Wash. — Seattle-Tacoma International Airport reported “no major impacts” Tuesday as the federal government shutdown approached record length, even as national officials warned of potential “mass chaos” in the skies if the standoff continues.

The FAA said weather — including strong winds, steady rain and potential pop-up showers — is affecting the region’s ability to safely handle incoming flights.

SEATTLE — As the Federal Aviation Administration reports growing staffing shortages amongst facilities nationwide, travelers coming through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on Halloween say they noticed issues at other airports during their trip.

As we enter the 35th day of the government shutdown, federal workers—including those TSA and air traffic control employees at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport–are feeling the pinch.