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FAA meets with airlines to reduce Newark airport flight delays
The Federal Aviation Administration is meeting with airlines Wednesday on ways to reduce over-scheduling and flight delays ...
We are desperately short of air traffic controllers — could AI help close the gap?
Air traffic control is back in the news. On Apr. 28 and again on May 9, communication system breakdowns affecting Newark ...
Newark Backup Data Line Failed Before 90-Second Radar Outage
A failed backup telecommunications line led to a recent 90-second radar and radio outage that left air traffic controllers ...
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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 ...
Newark problems and recent crashes put focus on air traffic controller shortage and aging equipment
The recent chronic delays and cancellations at New Jersey’s largest airport have highlighted the shortage of air traffic ...
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Newark Airport's Problems Just Deepened: 'Pure Insanity'
In addition to the "incredibly old" air traffic control setup that's plaguing Newark Liberty International Airport, leading ...
Is it safe to fly from Newark airport? Here’s what experts say
Should Newark Airport close until air traffic control upgrades are made? Experts and officials debate safety and the economic ...
How will FAA fix flight delays at Newark airport? It will start by slowing things down.
The FAA is holding a “delay reduction” meeting Wednesday, seeking to cap the total number of flights at the airport.