Federal Shutdown Taking Its Toll At Bradley

WINDSOR LOCKS, CT - Air traffic controllers are being forced to go without pay during the federal government shutdown. However, they're still reporting to work at Bradley International Airport and doing their job without a paycheck.

WTNH reported that to bridge the gap, many air traffic controllers are taking on second jobs, doing everything from driving an Uber to driving a Zamboni at an ice-skating rink.

Brian Krampovitis, President of the Air Traffic Controllers Association, said although it's still safe to fly, it's less safe than it was before the shutdown.

Read the full story at WTNH.

Image via Bradley International Airport