NEWARK, N.J. — CBS News New York has learned the relocation of 24 air traffic controllers in late July caused hundreds of flight delays at Newark Liberty International Airport.
In addition to delays caused by weather, maintenance, and other factors, 817 flights were delayed here from July 28 through Aug. 8 due to the relocation of 24 air traffic controllers.
The Federal Aviation Administration required the employees to transfer on July 28 from a facility on Long Island to Philadelphia, where they still handle Newark’s airspace.
FAA data shows delays after air traffic controller relocation
Colin Scoggins, a retired Boston-based controller, says that many delays can potentially cause a ripple effect…