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United removes 35 round-trip flights per day from Newark Airport schedule as travel woes continue


Published on 2025-05-06 03:06:33 - abc7NY
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  • United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says more than 20% of Newark's air traffic controllers "walked off the job" this week, forcing the airline to indefinitely remove 35 round-trip flights from its Newark schedule per day starting this weekend.

Newark Liberty International Airport is experiencing significant disruptions due to a combination of staffing shortages and ongoing runway repairs, leading to numerous flight delays and cancellations. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reduced the number of arrivals and departures at the airport to manage the situation, causing a ripple effect on flight schedules. Travelers are advised to check their flight status and consider arriving earlier than usual to accommodate potential delays. The situation is expected to continue until the runway repairs are completed, exacerbating the challenges posed by the staffing issues.

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