A pilot has warned Memorial Day travelers about delays at Newark Airport, describing the situation as a 'disaster.' He shared his experience of waiting almost an hour for takeoff due to over 24 planes competing for a single runway while two runways were closed for construction. This chaos follows several radar blackouts and compounded by high passenger volume at security checkpoints. Travelers are urged to expect disruptions as Newark prepares for one of the busiest travel weekends of the year, with millions expected to hit the roads and skies.
Peter, the first officer, described Newark Airport's situation as a complete 'disaster,' urging travelers to prepare for significant delays this Memorial Day weekend.
The pilot noted over two dozen planes were vying for one runway amidst two runways being closed for construction, causing unprecedented backups.
TSA reported high passenger volumes with over 75,000 screened on May 22, foreshadowing potential delays for the busy Memorial Day travel weekend.
As the second-busiest airport in the area, Newark is experiencing chaos due to recent air traffic control failures and ongoing construction.
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