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Travelers face mounting delays this weekend as airlines cut hundreds of flights due to the shutdown. Here’s what to know
Disgruntled travelers across the US will face more disruptions to their plans this weekend, as airlines cancel hundreds of additional flights and delays continue to mount due to air traffic controller staffing shortages amid a government shutdown with no end in sight.

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How the government shutdown will affect international flights
US facing travel chaos as flights cut due to govt shutdown
Travelers across the United States were left scrambling to rebook flights as the government shutdown heaps pressure on the country's air traffic control system, prompting hundreds of Friday flight can...

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Over 1,00 flights canceled and 3,000 delayed as FAA forced cuts continue to cause havoc for travelers
US hit with second day of flight cuts as shutdown drags on
More than 1,000 flights cancelled as US air traffic cuts enter second day
With the Thanksgiving holiday approaching on 27 November, it's one of the busiest travel seasons of the year in the US.

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US airlines cancel over 1,000 flights for a second straight day largely due to government shutdown
Recap: Flights canceled at Florida airports Friday in government shutdown

Federal government shutdown impacting flights at Denver International Airport

Saturday saw some delays and cancellations on the 39th day of the shutdown, through which, air traffic controllers have worked without pay.

American Airlines CEO says the government shutdown is impacting holiday travel bookings: ‘Nobody wants to put up with hassle’

American Airlines canceled more than 200 of its 6,200 scheduled flights on Friday as air traffic reductions began.

Expert says airlines hit hardest by US shutdown

Michelle Fleury spoke to Martin Baccardax, Senior Writer at Barron’s, who told her that domestic US airlines face flight reductions as airports remain short-staffed during the government shutdown, prompting FAA safety limits.

Pilot urges action as shutdown disrupts flights: ‘This has got to stop’

It is day 38 of the government shutdown, and disruptions are spreading across U.S. aviation, affecting more travelers every day. Spokesperson from the Allied Pilots Association Captain Dennis Tajer joins Alex Witt to discuss the impact on the American people saying,

Thousands of flights delayed as FAA cuts snarl major airports

Follow live updates on delays, cancellations and FAA impacts as airlines cut flights amid the government shutdown.
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