Newark Liberty International Airport is facing a safety nightmare as air traffic control will be manned by just one fully qualified person during its busiest time, leading to potential safety compromises and chaos. The situation has been exacerbated by staffing shortages, equipment failures, and management issues.
Key Points
Air traffic control at Newark Liberty International Airport will be operated by just one fully qualified person during its busiest time, leading to potential safety risks
Staffing shortages, equipment failures, and management issues have exacerbated the crisis
FAA and airlines are meeting to discuss flight cuts
The Trump Administration unveiled a plan to modernize the nation's air traffic control system