Newark Air Traffic Controllers Will Stay In Philadelphia For 2 More Years, FAA Says

CBS Philadelphia

November 18, 2025

More than one year ago, the Federal Aviation Administration relocated more than a dozen New York-based air traffic controllers to Philadelphia, where they continue to handle flights into and out of Newark Liberty International Airport.

The FAA said Monday it is now asking the New Jersey air traffic controllers to stay in Philadelphia for two more years as it tries to improve staffing levels.

Last year, a CBS News New York investigation revealed the move caused 817 flight delays at Newark within the first two weeks.

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