The Federal Aviation Administration has announced a 10% reduction in flight capacity across 40 major U.S. airports.

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.

Members of Congress from North Texas expressed concerns about the reductions of flights at Dallas Love Field, DFW International Airport, and airports across the country.

As many as 20% of flights could be canceled if the government shutdown continues, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said this week.

More than 700 flights nationwide have been canceled Saturday as the FAA continues limiting flight capacity at 40 major U.S. airports amid the government shutdown.

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,