The Department of Transportation has mandated a reduction of operations at Newark Liberty International Airport from 77 to 56 arrivals and departures per hour to combat congestion. The FAA's decision comes amid severe air traffic challenges, including shortages of air traffic controllers and technical glitches. These issues were highlighted by a controller's alarming op-ed asserting the risk of a potentially fatal crash, underscoring the urgency of the situation. While construction disruptions will cease on weekdays by mid-June, further operational stress is anticipated with the ongoing construction.
The FAA has limited the number of hourly arrivals and departures at Newark Liberty to 56 in an effort to reduce congestion during peak travel times.
Due to ongoing challenges, including a shortage of air traffic controllers and glitches in systems, Newark has faced significant air traffic disruptions, prompting operational changes.
The single air traffic controller on duty during a critical incident expressed grave concerns, suggesting that it’s only a matter of time before a fatal accident occurs.
Construction disruptions at Newark are expected to continue, impacting flight operations and leading to periodic reductions in the volume of arrivals and departures.
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