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travel1 year ago

United Airlines Flights Diverted Due to Passenger Illnesses

A United Airlines flight from Tel Aviv to Newark was diverted to New York Stewart International Airport due to passengers falling ill and reported strong winds and turbulence. First responders evaluated about 200 passengers, some of whom were taken to the hospital for further treatment. The rest were transported back to Newark Airport, and it was unclear how many people were hospitalized. No serious injuries were reported, and United Airlines did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

via NJ.com|
#medical-emergency#new-york-stewart-international-airport#newark-liberty-international-airport
aviation2 years ago

United Airlines flight experiences rapid descent and emergency landing after dropping 28,000 feet in minutes

A United Airlines flight bound for Rome returned to Newark Liberty International Airport due to a possible loss of cabin pressure. The plane rapidly descended from 37,000 feet to just below 9,000 feet in 8 minutes. The Boeing 777 flight, carrying 270 passengers and 14 crew members, landed safely and never lost cabin pressure. Passengers were later transported to their destination on another aircraft.

via CNN|
#aviation#emergency-landing#flight-510
travel2 years ago

United Airlines Faces Turbulence: Newark Schedule Reduction, Vouchers for Flight Meltdown, CEO's Apology, and Consideration of Shrinking Hub

United Airlines is considering reducing its schedule at Newark Liberty International Airport and improving its crew-scheduling technology following a week of widespread flight disruptions. The airline experienced mass cancellations and delays due to thunderstorms and air traffic limitations in the Northeast. The disruptions led to staffing shortages and further delays. United CEO Scott Kirby acknowledged the operational challenges and stated that the airline may need to reduce its schedule and balance arrivals and departures at Newark. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is also exploring options to provide United with more gates.

via The Points Guy|
#flight-disruptions#newark-liberty-international-airport#staffing-issues
travel2 years ago

Continued Flight Chaos: Delays and Cancellations Plague Major US Airports

Flight cancellations and delays continue for the fifth consecutive day at Newark Liberty International Airport, causing travel disruptions ahead of the busy Fourth of July weekend. Stormy weather conditions have been the main cause, and airlines are still working to recover. AAA predicts a record-breaking number of travelers, with 4.2 million people expected to fly and 43 million people driving nationally. Gas prices being down and improved road conditions contribute to the high volume of drivers. The airport has seen over 65 cancellations and numerous delays, leading to long lines and rebooking challenges for passengers. Smoke and haze from Canada may further impact flights, potentially causing more cancellations.

via News 12 New Jersey|
#flight-cancellations#flight-delays#fourth-of-july-weekend
aviation2 years ago

"United Airlines Blames FAA for Mounting Flight Cancellations, Frustrating Passengers Nationwide"

United Airlines CEO, Scott Kirby, blamed the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the recent flight cancellations at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and other NYC area airports due to severe weather. In a leaked email, Kirby criticized the FAA for failing to manage the impact on operations and customers, citing suppressed arrival and departure rates. He acknowledged that the understaffing issue predates the current FAA leadership but emphasized their responsibility to solve the problem. The severe thunderstorms led to the cancellation of 1,100 flights, with United Airlines canceling 26% of its schedules this week.

via Gizmodo|
#aviation#faa#flight-cancellations
travel2 years ago

United CEO blames FAA for flight disruptions.

United Airlines has canceled almost 400 flights, or about 14% of its daily schedule, with 533 more flights delayed. Newark Liberty International Airport had the highest cancellation rate of any airport in the country on Tuesday, with 159 departures and 204 arrivals already canceled by the early afternoon. United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby put the blame for these ongoing issues at the feet of the Federal Aviation Administration. The FAA forewarned of travel headaches in the New York area this summer, saying that staffing issues were going to reduce capacity in one of the busiest sectors of the nation’s airspace.

via USA TODAY|
#faa#flight-cancellations#newark-liberty-international-airport
travel2 years ago

Flight Chaos Continues as Severe Weather Hits East Coast

Over 300 flights have been canceled at Newark Liberty International Airport, with the majority of issues being with United Airlines. Thousands of travelers are stranded, with some being told it could be days before they can catch a flight back home. The Fourth of July holiday weekend is expected to be busy for travel, with Thursday and Friday being the worst times to travel.

via News 12 New Jersey|
#flight-cancellations#fourth-of-july-holiday#newark-liberty-international-airport