The Denver International Airport is on the list of major markets affected by shutdown-related flight cuts across 40 major U.S. markets, and the effects are expected to come soon.

With air traffic controller shortages forcing a reduction at 40 major airports, airlines are making strategic decisions about which routes to cut.

Denver International Airport air traffic controllers reported staffing shortages were impacting operations Tuesday afternoon and may cause flight delays, according to the Federal Aviation

Millions of Americans expecting to fly this month could have their plans grounded if the government shutdown drags on.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said there will be a 10% reduction in flights at 40 airports, prompted by a historic government shutdown.

California airports are expected to be hard hit by a dramatic reduction in flights as the Federal Aviation Administration says it plans to cut air traffic by 10% at 40 airports to maintain travel safety during the government shutdown.

Carriers need to figure out how to minimize knock-on effects from planes and crews being left out of place.If you have a flight booked from Friday onward, you should check with the airline about its status.