Newark air traffic controllers briefly lost contact with planes, union says

Air traffic controllers at Newark Liberty International Airport experienced a communication blackout with planes on April 28, leading to multiple employees taking trauma leave and resulting in significant flight delays and cancellations, including over 150 flights on one day. The FAA acknowledged that their outdated air traffic control system is straining operations, compounded by a staffing shortage exacerbated by over 20% of controllers walking off the job. In response, the US Department of Transport announced plans to expedite hiring and improve retention of air traffic controllers amidst ongoing operational challenges at the airport.

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