Air Traffic Control Outage at Newark Airport
Brief outage at Newark Liberty International Airport caused by a telecommunications issue, impacting air traffic controllers and radar screens. Controllers faced traumatic events and medical leave. Plans for a new air traffic control system announced to improve safety and reduce delays.
Key Points
- Brief outage at Newark Liberty International Airport due to a telecommunications issue
- Controllers faced traumatic events and went on medical leave
- Plans announced for a new air traffic control system to replace the antiquated one
- Transportation Secretary aims to have the new system built in the next three to four years
Pros
- Plans for a new state-of-the-art air traffic control system announced to improve safety and cut back on delays
Cons
- Shortage of air traffic controllers at the Philadelphia facility covering Newark led to delays and cancellations