CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Even as a partial government shutdown continues to cause long lines and delays at major airports across the country, officials at West Virginia International Yeager Airport say operations in Charleston have remained steady so far.

Dominique Ranieri, the airport director, said TSA staffing levels at Yeager have not been hit the way larger airports have been affected.

“Here at CRW, I’m very happy to say that we are holding steady. We are not experiencing nearly the TSA staffing shortages that are hitting the major airports around the country around the country,” Ranieri said.

Airport leaders said Yeager’s smaller size has helped keep passenger volume manageable and security lines moving. They cautioned, however, that travelers could still run into problems after leaving Charleston and landing in larger cities.

Some airports have brought in Immigration and Customs Enforcement to help with crowd control, but Yeager officials said they do not think that will be needed locally.

“No, we have not heard anything about that at all. We’re in contact with them constantly, and we will, of course, support the public as well if we see any changes here at the airport,” said Paige Withrow, the airport’s communications officer.

TSA workers have not been paid since February, and airport officials said community members have stepped in with donations to help workers get by. Ranieri said the situation raises concerns about keeping TSA positions filled over the long term.

“So again, we really want this to end as quickly as possible for the folks here, but for the future security of the new fully staffed TSA throughout the country,” Ranieri said.

Airport leaders also addressed recent backlash over a partisan sign seen in the airport, saying the airport was not responsible for the message.

“TSA does have a dedicated screen that is theirs. So the airport is not affiliated with any messaging that DHS puts on that screen,” Withrow said.

Yeager officials said their concerns also include rising costs tied to international conflict. Ranieri said the recent conflict in Iran has contributed to higher jet fuel prices, forcing fare increases.

“Jet fuel, what we’re experiencing now is what they consider jet fuel shock because the prices have raised so exponentially in a short period of time,” Ranieri said.

Since the shutdown began, airports have lost more than 400 employees nationwide, according to airport officials. At Yeager, Withrow said TSA officers have continued reporting to work.

“Our officers are continuing to show up and work every day, which we appreciate in our community is also stepping up as well with donations,” Withrow said.

Airport ambassadors will continue accepting donations during the shutdown, with a drop-off area inside the airport. Airport leaders said they will provide updates if conditions change.