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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) plans to upgrade radar technology and staffing at Newark Airport, which has faced significant delays and cancellations. A midair collision in January and subsequent issues highlighted the need for a broader, multibillion-dollar upgrade to the national air traffic control system. The FAA will replace old copper wires with fiber optics and boost controller staffing. Until these improvements are made, the FAA has slowed traffic to ensure safety, leading to high cancellation rates.

Courtesy: wtop.com

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