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Newark problems and recent crashes put focus on air traffic controller shortage and aging equipment
The Federal Aviation Administration is working on a short-term fix to the problems at the Newark airport that includes technical repairs and cutting flights to keep traffic manageable while dealing with a shortage of controllers.
How will FAA fix chaos at Newark airport? It will start by cutting flights through June.
The FAA is holding a “delay reduction” meeting Wednesday, seeking to cap the total number of flights at the airport.
FAA proposing Newark flight cuts, says unable to handle current volume
The Federal Aviation Administration said on Monday it will propose flight cuts at Newark Liberty International Airport, citing air traffic controller staffing, runway construction and equipment issues.
FAA launches emergency task force to ensure safety flying in and out of Newark
The Federal Aviation Administration is considering temporary flight reductions in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport, and it's launching a safety task force.
Newark Airport Crisis (Live Updates): Hundreds Of Delays And Cancellations Due To Thunderstorms Wednesday—Here’s What We Know
Staff shortages and equipment failures at Newark Liberty International Airport have raised safety concerns in recent weeks.
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As few as 3 radar controllers monitored Newark's airspace Monday night, FAA says
At times Monday evening, as few as three air traffic controllers per hour were lined up to monitor via radar the planes flying into and out of the airport, the Federal Aviation Administration said.
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