Aviation expert warns shutdown turbulence could linger: Here’s how to prep for smooth travel this holiday season.

Congress is expected to end the 42-day government shutdown Wednesday, but don’t expect air travel to bounce back overnight.Travel disruptions could linger for nearly a week even after air traffic controllers return to work, Elevate Aviation Group CEO Greg Raiff told Fox News Digital. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy also cautioned Friday on Fox News that it may take several days to a week for controllers to return to their posts and for full flight schedules to resume once the government reopens. More than 55 million travelers will venture 50 miles or more from home this Thanksgiving, AAA h