Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has pledged to modernize America's outdated air-traffic control system, especially at Newark Liberty International Airport, which has faced significant disruptions due to a recent radar blackout and a shortage of air traffic controllers. With United Airlines reducing its Newark operations amid rising cancellations, the need for a second international airport in New York becomes critical. The situation highlights broader national issues, as the FAA also struggles with aging equipment and a critical shortage of controllers, prompting Duffy to propose a comprehensive plan and recruitment bonuses to address these challenges.
The FAA's aging and faulty equipment has raised alarm bells, with three out of four systems potentially causing "critical operational impacts".
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy emphasized the urgent need for modernizing the air-traffic control system, noting that delays and cancellations have intensified at Newark.
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