What’s Behind Newark Airport Fiasco
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United Airlines executives are trying to reassure their customers it is safe to fly at Newark Liberty International Airport, despite all the recent problems.
With summer travel season approaching, the crisis at the New Jersey airport could mean weeks, if not months, of misery for travelers.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is a major travel hub and the northeast coast's home to United Airlines. Its proximity to New York City and relatively cheap flights makes it an attractive alternative to JFK (John F.
Newark airport's been plagued with issues that have travelers like me concerned about safety. It's not dangerous, but delays are a bigger concern.
Several times over the last year, Newark controllers lost radar or radio service, leaving them unable to talk with planes they were tracking.
Airline has trimmed its daily routes following technology and staffing issues affecting New Jersey hub.
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Travel Noire on MSNDOT And FAA Announce Designated Task Force To Address Newark Airport IssuesOn May 12, the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) revealed that they’ve organized a task force dedicated to addressing telecommunication issues and safety at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
Radar and telecommunications systems for Newark Airport’s air traffic controllers failed Friday morning — the second time the two critical systems went down at the same time in less than two
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.
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In addition to equipment outages, the airport has been been beset by flight ... The FAA said last week that it slows the rate of arrivals into Newark to ensure safety whenever staffing or equipment issues arise. The agency also noted that frequent ...
Staff shortages and equipment failures at Newark Liberty International Airport have raised safety concerns in recent weeks.