Scott Kirby urged Senate Democrats to join Republicans in passing a clean continuing resolution to end the government shutdown

The FAA will reduce air traffic at 40 airports following the staffing shortages among air traffic controllers.

It's putting stress on people. It's not fair to those people. It's also putting stress on the economy,” United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said.

Four of the nation’s largest airlines are pressing Senate Democrats to pass a clean stopgap spending bill to reopen the government amidst growing delays at airports around the country caused by

The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights starting Friday as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.

United, Delta, American and Southwest airlines each called on Congress to approve a Republican-backed “clean” funding bill to reopen the government.

American and United Airlines CEOs met with the White House to discuss the impact of the government shutdown on air travel and seek solutions, as it causes significant staffing issues for air traffic controllers and TSA officers.

Oscar Munoz, former United Airlines chairman and CEO, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the impact of government shutdown on air travel and flight delays.