Airport Lines Stretch for Hours, Forcing Travelers to Pivot to Cars and Trains

Airport security lines across the US reached their longest levels since the partial federal government shutdown began in mid-February, leading travelers to substitute toward rental cars and trains. Expect near-term headwinds to airline and airport revenue and passenger throughput, with potential upside for car-rental and rail operators and ground-transportation demand.

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Airport security lines across the US reached their longest levels since the partial federal government shutdown began in mid-February, leading travelers to substitute toward rental cars and trains. Expect near-term headwinds to airline and airport revenue and passenger throughput, with potential upside for car-rental and rail operators and ground-transportation demand.