3 Airline Stocks to Watch Amid Canceled, Delayed Flights

Airline Sector Impact - The longest government shutdown in history is affecting the airline sector, leading to many flight delays and cancellations, with air traffic controllers missing a second paycheck [1] - The Trump administration has ordered airlines to cut flights at 40 U.S. airports, resulting in a current flight reduction of 5.5%, which could increase to 10% by the end of the week [1] Airline Stock Performance - American Airlines (NASDAQ:AAL) shares are down 2% to $13.37, having previously reached their highest level since March, with a year-to-date decline of 23.1% [2] - Delta Air Lines Inc (NYSE:DAL) stock is trading flat near $58.87, maintaining a 15.7% six-month gain, with support at the $55 level [3] - United Airlines Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:UAL) stock is down 0.4% to $97.03, with a solid support level at $90, and has increased over 23% in the last six months [4]