What’s Behind Newark Airport Fiasco
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Staff shortages and equipment failures at Newark Liberty International Airport have raised safety concerns in recent weeks.
Should Newark Airport close until air traffic control upgrades are made? Experts and officials debate safety and the economic impact.
The move is in response to equipment failures and staff shortages that caused hourslong flight delays in recent weeks.
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Blank radar screens. Broken air traffic equipment. Flights in an out of Newark Airport delayed or canceled. Is it safe to fly here?
Newark Liberty International Airport is facing another FAA-imposed ground delay due to staffing shortages, after a telecommunications issue led to delays on Sunday.
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The Federal Aviation Administration is meeting with airlines Wednesday on ways to reduce over-scheduling and flight delays during peak hours at Newark Liberty International Airport.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy released a four-point plan to address the failing infrastructure at Newark Liberty Airport.