Name: 'No Overnight Solution' to Air Traffic Controller Shortage Behind Newark Flight Delays: Former Pilot
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Description: A shortage of air traffic controllers is grounding flights at Newark. Shawn Pruchnicki, a former pilot and accidents investigator, breaks down what’s behind the delays—and whether a fix is in sight.

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