Bill Profita, chairman of the Greater Baton Rouge Airport Commission, joins the show to unpack the ripple effects of the federal shutdown on air travel. With canceled flights and a growing 6% disruption rate, Profita explains how airplane re-sequencing works and why delays compound across major hubs. From Baton Rouge to Charlotte to New York, every leg of a flight matters—and there are no spare planes waiting in the wings. He shares insights on passenger volume, airline logistics, and the critical role of air traffic controllers. If a deal is reached, recovery could take 48–72 hours. Until then, turbulence continues.