Newark International Airport has experienced significant delays and cancellations due to a shortage of air-traffic controllers, largely affecting United Airlines flights. As a major hub, the airport reported around 300 flight delays, impacting airports like San Francisco International (SFO) with up to 30% of departing flights delayed. The situation escalated following a communications incident where controllers lost contact with multiple inbound aircraft, leading to fears of potential disasters. This staffing crisis and the recent incident have put immense pressure on air-traffic control operations, contributing to ongoing air travel disruptions.
"We don't have a radar, so I don't know where you are," one controller could be heard telling a United pilot once the radio returned.
Around 300 flights in and out of Newark were delayed on Tuesday, creating a ripple effect across the country, especially impacting United Airlines travelers.
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