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The crucial travel hub for United is still struggling to recover from air traffic control glitches that have already disrupted hundreds of flights.
Caught in the middle of the issues at Newark is United Airlines, which is the most active airline at the New Jersey airport. While the problems lie with the FAA system, the airline is where people often aim their frustrations over cancellations and delays.
The airline told the Sun the e-mail was sent to passengers who have upcoming flights to or through Newark’s airport, as well as its MileagePlus
During an interview with CBS News' Margaret Brennan for "Face the Nation," United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby expressed positivity about potential reform and improvement. "This is the most optimistic I've been in my entire career about finally getting the FAA fixed," Kirby said.
One air traffic controller (ATC) and a trainee will operate every flight in and out of Newark between 6.30pm-9.30pm — despite 15 staffers being the standard requirement for a shift.