Overview

• Air traffic controllers at Philadelphia TRACON lost radar and radio contact with Newark-bound planes on April 28, triggering a cascading crisis that continues to disrupt flights.
• United Airlines has reduced its Newark schedule by 35 daily round-trip flights to alleviate congestion caused by the ongoing disruptions.
• Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has pledged a multiyear overhaul of the air traffic control system to address outdated technology and prevent future failures.
• The FAA is working to stabilize operations at Newark, which remains affected by staffing shortages, runway construction, and weather-related delays.
• Senator Chuck Schumer has called for a Department of Transportation inspector general investigation to identify the root causes and prevent nationwide spillover.