Newark airport sees second air traffic blackout amid weeks of major delays

Newark Liberty International Airport faced another air traffic control blackout on Friday morning, causing significant flight disruptions and passenger delays as communication failures led to cancellations. The issue was traced back to a radar malfunction at Philadelphia's TRACON area, similar to a previous incident last month that also disrupted travel. The FAA confirmed the problem, while the U.S. transportation secretary announced plans to modernize outdated systems within four years. Passengers expressed frustration over staffing shortages and outdated infrastructure, with ground operations temporarily halted as the airport grappled with ongoing operational challenges.