Airlines still canceling flights under FAA order. At RDU, delays are more common. Most travelers at Raleigh-Durham International Airport will find that their flights haven't been cancelled as a result of the federal government shutdown.

Over 120 flights were canceled at O'Hare International Airport on Tuesday morning as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) flight reductions rose to 6% due to the government shutdown.

Passengers were bracing for further travel chaos at major US airports Tuesday as a higher target for reducing flights came into effect — with freezing weather in parts of the country also

The Federal Aviation Administration began cutting flights at major airports last week as the government shutdown continues to strain federal operations nationwide.

The average cancellation rate over the last few days already exceeded the FAA's requirement, according to aviation analytics company Cirium. The FAA also expanded its flight restrictions on Monday, barring business jets and many private flights from using a dozen airports already under commercial flight limits.

Air travelers could face more frustration as U.S. airports need to meet a higher FAA target for reducing flights.

The government shutdown's strain on air traffic control has not only led to limitations on airlines, but spaceflight too.

The FAA plans to reduce air traffic by 10% at busy airports. And, a federal judge orders the Trump administration to fully restore SNAP food benefits by today, which it plans to appeal.