Newark Liberty International Airport experienced significant disruptions on Saturday, with over 302 delays and 80 cancellations reported, exacerbated by United Airlines cutting 35 daily flights due to ongoing staffing and equipment issues. The FAA cited runway construction and staffing shortages in Philadelphia, which oversees Newark’s airspace, as contributing factors, while Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced plans for a new air traffic control system. Passengers expressed frustration, highlighting long waits and the ripple effect of delays impacting travel across multiple major airports.
