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Newark Airport Chaos: 300 Flights Delayed, FAA Investigates

5/2/2025

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Newark Liberty International Airport is grappling with chaos as air traffic control staffing shortages and runway construction wreak havoc. On Thursday alone, travelers faced an average of five-hour delays, with over 300 flights delayed and nearly 170 canceled. The FAA is stepping in, launching an investigation and promising to overhaul the air traffic control system.

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Newark Liberty International Airport is grappling with chaos as air traffic control staffing shortages and runway construction wreak havoc. On Thursday alone, travelers faced an average of five-hour delays, with over 300 flights delayed and nearly 170 canceled. The FAA is stepping in, launching an investigation and promising to overhaul the air traffic control system.