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Staffing issues likely caused by the government shutdown led to delays on Tuesday at O'Hare International Airport.

FAA reports O'Hare Airport faced 41-minute delays due to the shutdown-induced air traffic controller shortage.

When there's a shortage of air traffic controllers, the FAA reduces the number of takeoffs and landings to ensure the on-duty personnel aren't overwhelmed and the system remains safe. But that can creates flight delays and cancellations.

The Federal Aviation Administration says Chicago's O'Hare Airport is experiencing staffing shortages likely due to the ongoing shutdown of the federal government. The latest: The FAA says O'Hare's air traffic control tower,

SOUTH BEND — American Airlines launched a new luxury bus service Oct. 6 between South Bend International Airport and Chicago's O'Hare Airport. Passengers can go through security in South Bend before boarding the bus and bypass O'Hare security, The Tribune's newsgathering partner WNDU reported.

Staffing issues have caused Chicago O'Hare International Airport to be put on a ground delay, according to the FAA.

This tie-in with Chicago is more than promotional optics. Spirit first launched service out of O’Hare in 2000. The move underscores the carrier’s long game: embedding itself in Chicago’s air service landscape not just as a discount option, but as a fixture in the city’s travel DNA.

Starting November 1, Denver Air Connection will adjust its morning flight schedule from Dubuque Regional Airport to Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport.