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Newark Airport Chaos: Flight Limits Under Consideration Amid Disruptions

5/15/2025

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Newark Liberty International Airport is grappling with major disruptions from air traffic controller shortages, tech glitches, and runway construction. To tackle the chaos, the FAA is considering flight limits. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, while ensuring safety, revealed he rerouted his wife's flight to dodge Newark's turmoil. The airport welcomed over 49 million passengers this year.

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Newark Liberty International Airport is grappling with major disruptions from air traffic controller shortages, tech glitches, and runway construction. To tackle the chaos, the FAA is considering flight limits. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, while ensuring safety, revealed he rerouted his wife's flight to dodge Newark's turmoil. The airport welcomed over 49 million passengers this year.