Well, they’ve certainly taken the fun out of flying

Let the flier beware: A perfect storm of conditions is whipping up travel turbulence — and that’s before airplanes even take off.

Heading into the summer vacation season, experienced fliers already know to brace themselves for increased hordes of fellow travelers. But now, severe staffing and funding shortfalls at the Transportation Security Administration are exacerbating delays, with airport screening lines reported to be longer than ever. Words to the wise: carry-on bag.