Major airlines say that most passengers whose flights are canceled, and many who choose not to fly, will be eligible for refunds and no-fee rebookings.

It is day 38 of the government shutdown, and disruptions are spreading across U.S. aviation, affecting more travelers every day. Spokesperson from the Allied Pilots Association Captain Dennis Tajer joins Alex Witt to discuss the impact on the American people saying,

Reserve pilots already deployed early could leave airlines short-staffed during Thanksgiving travel as the government shutdown worsens flight delays nationwide.

The Federal Aviation Administration’s looming reductions, set to take effect in less than 24 hours, could have significant impacts on commercial flights in and out of San Francisco International Airport,