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United to launch Atlantic City flights

Passengers on a United Airlines flight from Chicago will get a wet welcome at Atlantic City International Airport.

A water cannon will salute the airline's inaugural flight on Tuesday and political leaders will be on hand to welcome passengers.

United is starting to offer flights from Chicago and Houston.

Officials view the flights as key to helping Atlantic City's struggling casinos.

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