What’s Behind Newark Airport Fiasco
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Staff shortages and equipment failures at Newark Liberty International Airport have raised safety concerns in recent weeks.
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.
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.
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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.
Airline has trimmed its daily routes following technology and staffing issues affecting New Jersey hub.
Several times over the last year, Newark controllers lost radar or radio service, leaving them unable to talk with planes they were tracking.
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
Sunday's incident marks the fourth time in the past two weeks that technical problems have disrupted air traffic at Newark.
The air traffic control mishap early Friday morning added to disruptions in recent days that have intensified concerns about safety at one of the busiest U.S. airports.
Air traffic controllers at Denver International Airport lost communication with planes for 90 seconds due to an FAA equipment failure. Controllers utilized an emergency frequency to maintain aircraft separation,
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy explained Wednesday that he recently changed his wife’s flight to avoid the embattled Newark Liberty International Airport — but not because of safety issues.