Hundreds of flights, a small overall percentage, were canceled on Friday following orders by the Trump administration as the government shutdown leaves air traffic controllers working without pay. Disruptions at major airports appeared limited.

Major airlines including American, Delta, and United have responded to the FAA's decision to reduce flights by 10% at 40 airports starting Friday.

Flight cancellations are accelerating as U.S. airlines comply with a government order to cut flights because of the shutdown.

Airports have been grappling with air traffic controller shortages, who are either calling in sick or taking side jobs as they work without pay during the federal government shutdown. Travellers speak about their concerns amid flights schedule uncertainties.

The government shutdown has triggered 1,000-plus flight delays as the FAA cuts capacity at 40 airports. Airlines are offering refunds and policy changes amid ongoing travel disruptions.