The FAA is trying to get ahead of potential issues as summer travel is expected to rise seven percent this year. [Credit: Shutterstock]
Key Takeaways:
The FAA warns of significant flight delays this summer, particularly in the Northeast, due to severe air traffic control staffing shortages.
New York Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON) is critically understaffed (54% of needed levels), leading to a projected 45% increase in delays in the New York region affecting major airports.
To mitigate congestion, the FAA has requested airlines reduce flight slots and plans long-term hiring, but critics argue these measures are insufficient given current staffing lows and increased operational risk.
The FAA is warning of an increase in flight delays this summer because of staffing shortages primarily affecting the Northeast U.S.
According to the agency, East Coast airports should expect overall delays in the New York region to increase by 45 percent during the 2023 summer season.
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Amelia Walsh is a private pilot who enjoys flying her family’s Columbia 350. She is based in Colorado and loves all things outdoors including skiing, hiking, and camping.
