FAA adds Newark to list of airports facing controller shortages
The FAA says approach and departure facilities at Newark, Boston, Las Vegas and others will be short-staffed.
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Oct 8, 2025, 11:25 AM
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Updated 8 hr ago
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3h agoNewark Liberty International Airport is now among the airports facing air traffic controller shortages due to the government shutdown.
The FAA says approach and departure facilities at Newark, Boston, Las Vegas and others will be short-staffed.\
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This has been a problem for Newark all year.
Officials warn fewer controllers could lead to longer ground waits and re-routed flights.
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