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Recent communications issues at the FAA facility handling flights in and out of Newark airport were not new, officials say. Outages happened at least three times last year. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.
Technology and staffing problems have plagued the airport, one of the nation’s busiest hubs. Officials say they are trying to resolve the issues, but concerns remain.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Wednesday that the number of flights in and out of the Newark airport will be cut to ease flight delays.
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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.
The FAA is holding a “delay reduction” meeting Wednesday, seeking to cap the total number of flights at the airport.
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CHICAGO (Reuters) -United Airlines is facing a financial hit and potential long-term reputational harm as flight delays and cancellations pile up due to ongoing disruptions at Newark airport - one of its largest hubs and among the busiest in the country.
Staff shortages and equipment failures at Newark Liberty International Airport have raised safety concerns in recent weeks.