Chicago-based United Airlines has released a list of weekend flights that are impacted by the Federal Aviation Administration's cuts across 40 of the nation's busiest markets, with more than 100 United flights in and out of Chicago airports already canceled as of Friday.
"The FAA’s goal is to relieve pressure on the aviation system so that every airline can continue to operate safely," United said in a message on its website . "That is the FAA’s highest priority, and ours as well. No matter what environment we’re operating in, we won’t compromise on safety."
United's announcement comes as the U.S. government shutdown -- now the longest in history -- drags into its 38th day. Tuesday, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned of "mass chaos, cancellations and delays" if law

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