Air travel will be 'worse' this summer, lawmakers warn - as FAA gives infuriating update on system fixes, staffing issues
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to worsen due to insufficient air traffic controllers and outdated infrastructure, necessitating immediate overhaul efforts.
Exclusive | Confessions of an air traffic controller: 'Avoid Newark like the plague'
Newark Liberty International Airport is facing significant operational challenges due to understaffing and technical issues, leading to numerous flight disruptions.
Air traffic controllers express frustration over the relocation decision, which they believe has exacerbated safety and efficiency problems. Local airports are considered safer.
Air travel will be 'worse' this summer, lawmakers warn - as FAA gives infuriating update on system fixes, staffing issues
Flight delays and cancellations are expected to worsen due to insufficient air traffic controllers and outdated infrastructure, necessitating immediate overhaul efforts.
Exclusive | Confessions of an air traffic controller: 'Avoid Newark like the plague'
Newark Liberty International Airport is facing significant operational challenges due to understaffing and technical issues, leading to numerous flight disruptions.
Air traffic controllers express frustration over the relocation decision, which they believe has exacerbated safety and efficiency problems. Local airports are considered safer.
Air traffic controllers say a push to modernize equipment won't fix deeper problems
Many air traffic controllers feel that despite discussions about staffing shortages and upgrades, their critical concerns—like pay and work schedules—remain unaddressed.
Ground stops at JFK, LGA and Newark cause thousands of flight delays at airports up and down the East Coast
The Federal Aviation Administration announced that flights at JFK International Airport would be grounded due to a severe thunderstorm, creating widespread travel delays.
Trump Transportation Secretary Duffy blames Newark airport chaos on Biden admin - and has chilling warning for how long it might take to fix
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy blames the Biden administration for the recent chaos at Newark Liberty International Airport due to poor air traffic control transition.
Trump Transportation Secretary Duffy blames Newark airport chaos on Biden admin - and has chilling warning for how long it might take to fix
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy blames the Biden administration for the recent chaos at Newark Liberty International Airport due to poor air traffic control transition.
Flights could be disrupted across U.S., transportation secretary warns
Newark Liberty International Airport is experiencing severe technological and staffing issues, which could foreshadow similar problems across other U.S. airports.