Government Shutdown Disrupts U.S. Air Travel

U.S. airlines canceled 700+ flights by 9 a.m. ET, 3% of daily schedule.
Air traffic controller pay delays from government shutdown caused staffing issues.
American Airlines canceled 221 flights, maintaining destinations with reduced frequencies.
Travelers faced long lines, Hertz saw 20% rental increase, AAA advised arriving two hours early.
Department of Transportation warned of more cancellations, industry source said cancellations will grow.
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