United Airlines cites FAA staffing shortages for major Newark Airport delays impacting over 343,000 travelers.
United Airlines blames FAA staffing shortages for significant disruptions at Newark Airport, affecting over 343,000 travelers with delays, cancellations, and longer flight times. The FAA is 3,000 controllers short of its targets, leading to reduced traffic flows at Newark on 12 of the first 25 days of November. Despite ongoing efforts to train new controllers, which can take up to three years, the staffing issue remains a challenge during the busy Thanksgiving travel period.
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