As of 12 O'Clock EST, the FAA has shutdown. Congress could not figure out how to fund the FAA, leaving a few thousand people out of work temporarily. Maybe they can get a job at the US Mint, dusting off the $1 coins.
What does this mean?
Cheaper Airfares! If you are planning to go anywhere anytime soon, you might want to start looking for flights. Right now. I have no idea how long this will last for, my guess is not long at all. Airfare taxes eat up a huge portion of your budget. Because the FAA is shut down, they cannot collect some of the various taxes on your ticket.
Aren't taxes just a small amount?
On a pack of gum yeah, but on airfare no! On your average flight within the USA, expect to pay about 15% in taxes. Now might be time to consider that trip to Hawaii or Alaska. Book now, ask questions later. People reporting success with Delta and United airlines, so give them a shot. Virgin, Frontier, and Alaska are also having reported success.
As a side note, you can transfer AMEX points to some frequent flyer accounts tax free! Act quick!
Deals come in all shapes and sizes for TWiBT readers! This is one of those deals! Hurry up, book some flights!
Remember TWiBT reader, book your flights with a mileage earning credit card. Also, make sure you are earning miles on the flight itself!
-Jason of TWiBT
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