Newark Airport is currently experiencing severe flight delays, averaging 90 minutes, due to a mix of staffing shortages, equipment problems, ongoing runway construction, and adverse wind conditions. The FAA has indicated that arriving flights are particularly affected, with inbound delays averaging over an hour and a half. Significant delays stem from nationwide issues, including a shortage of 3,000 air traffic controllers. United Airlines has also responded by waiving change fees for affected passengers, reflecting the broad impact of these operational challenges. Travelers are urged to check flight statuses before arriving at the airport.
The chaos at Newark Airport has its roots in a nationwide shortage of 3,000 air traffic controllers and outdated control technology, compounded by local weather conditions.
Inbound flights to Newark are delayed at their origins by an average of 1 hour and 32 minutes, exacerbating the problem for arriving passengers.
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