25 Nov 2024 | 10:24 PM UTC
US: Authorities issue ground delay program for Newark Liberty International Airport in Newark, NJ, on Nov. 25 due to staffing issues
Flight disruptions likely at Newark Liberty International Airport in Newark, NJ, US, into at least early Nov. 26 due to staffing issues.
Flight disruptions will likely affect Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, New Jersey, into at least early Nov. 26 due to staffing issues. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a related ground delay program for EWR on Nov. 25 that is slated to remain in effect through at least 00:59 Nov. 26. Flight departures to EWR were delayed by an average of 95 minutes as of around 17:15 Nov. 25. The FAA may extend or rescind the ground delay program or issue additional air traffic control measures for EWR on short notice.
Residual flight disruptions may persist even after the staffing issues are resolved as airlines work to clear any passenger backlogs that have materialized.
Confirm flight reservations if scheduled to travel via EWR. Do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Consider making alternative arrangements for time-sensitive travel if necessary.
