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politics3 hours ago•8 min saved

Mullin's Newark CBP plan ignites travel disruption fears

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin is weighing pulling Customs and Border Protection officers from Newark Liberty International Airport to support enforcement at a nearby immigration detention facility amid protests; critics warn the move could cripple international flights and cargo operations, especially with the World Cup approaching. A final decision is not yet made, with uncertainty over protests' trajectory and White House approval, and industry groups warning of cascading travel disruptions if CBP staffing is diverted.

via Politico|

#cbp #immigration-detention-center #mullin

us-news23 days ago•24 min saved

Baltimore bakery driver survives United Newark crash after fearing decapitation moments earlier

A Baltimore bakery truck driver was on the New Jersey Turnpike when United Airlines Flight 169 clipped his tractor-trailer during its final approach to Newark Liberty International Airport, toppling a light pole and sending the truck into a barrier. He survived with injuries, and his family says he feared he would be decapitated in the moment before impact. Authorities are reviewing what happened, while the flight landed safely with 221 passengers and 10 crew aboard; the driver has been transported back to Baltimore for evaluation.

via New York Post|

#new-jersey #newark-airport #plane-crashes

local25 days ago•3 min saved

Narrow Escape: United jet clips delivery truck at Newark Airport

A delivery truck was struck by a United Airlines jet during landing at Newark Liberty International Airport, leaving the driver with only minor injuries as a light pole clipped by the aircraft also struck a Jeep; normal operations resumed and the NTSB is investigating the incident.

via The Guardian|

#aviation-safety #delivery-truck #local

crime25 days ago•178 min saved

Passenger accused of attacking flight crew and attempting cockpit breach during Newark landing

A 48-year-old man was detained after allegedly attacking a flight attendant and attempting to open the cockpit door on a United Airlines flight as it landed at Newark Liberty International Airport; the suspect was taken for psychiatric evaluation, one passenger refused medical attention, and the FAA will investigate.

via CNN|

#crime #faa-investigation #flight-attendant-attack

world25 days ago•1 min saved

Plane clips truck and streetlight during Newark landing; driver injured

A United Airlines Boeing 767 clipped a truck and a streetlight while landing at Newark Liberty International Airport, injuring the truck driver with minor injuries; the plane landed safely with 231 passengers and crew onboard. United will conduct a rigorous safety investigation and has removed the crew from service, while the NTSB is sending an investigator and has requested the cockpit voice recorder and flight data recorder.

via BBC|

#airtravel-incident #newark-airport #ntsb

local26 days ago•2 min saved

Newark detains man after United flight 1837 altercation

A 48-year-old passenger was detained at Newark Liberty International Airport after an altercation on United Airlines flight 1837, allegedly assaulting a flight attendant and attempting to open the cabin door; he was taken to a local hospital for psychiatric evaluation, with no other injuries reported. The flight originated from the Dominican Republic, and the FAA notes around 500 unruly passenger incidents this year.

via CBS News|

#flight-1837 #local #newark-airport

us-news2 months ago•22 min saved

Near-miss at Newark: Alaska Airlines and FedEx planes come within feet during aborted landing

An Alaska Airlines Flight 294 and a FedEx Flight 721 narrowly avoided a collision during an aborted landing at Newark Liberty International Airport, with air traffic control ordering a go-around as the two aircraft approached intersecting runways; the FAA and NTSB are investigating amid broader air-traffic staffing strains tied to the partial federal government shutdown.

via New York Post|

#airplanes #alaska-airlines #fedex

health4 months ago•3 min saved

Measles Concerns Rise at Major US Airports During Holiday Season

A traveler infected with measles was at Newark Liberty International Airport for 12 hours, raising concerns about potential exposure to thousands of passengers, prompting health advisories and vaccination reviews to prevent further spread of the highly contagious disease.

via Aviation A2Z|

#health #infectious-disease #measles

health4 months ago•1 min saved

Measles Outbreak at Major US Airports Raises Travel Health Concerns

A passenger at Newark Liberty International Airport on December 12 may have exposed others to measles, with symptoms potentially appearing as late as January 2, 2026. Health officials are working to contact those possibly exposed, emphasizing the importance of vaccination and caution for symptomatic individuals.

via Gothamist|

#exposure #health #measles

health5 months ago•1 min saved

Measles Exposure Alert at Newark Airport During Holiday Travel

Health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Newark Airport on December 19, urging unvaccinated individuals to get the MMR shot and watch for symptoms like fever and rash.

via ABC7 New York|

#exposure #health #measles

health5 months ago•1 min saved

NJ Investigates Measles Case at Newark Airport During Holiday Travel

New Jersey health officials are investigating a measles case involving a traveler who passed through Newark Liberty International Airport on December 19, amid a rise in measles cases nationwide and increased holiday travel, but no local outbreak has been reported yet.

via Bergen Record|

#health #measles #newark-airport

health5 months ago•2 min saved

Measles Exposure Alert at Newark Airport

Health officials issued an exposure alert for Newark Liberty International Airport after a traveler infected with measles passed through on Dec. 19, warning those in specific terminals to watch for symptoms and seek medical advice if exposed, amid rising measles cases nationally and locally.

via NJ.com|

#exposure-alert #health #measles

health7 months ago•1 min saved

Measles Exposure Alert at Newark Airport in New Jersey

New Jersey health officials issued a measles exposure warning for Newark Liberty International Airport after an infected person passed through Terminal B on October 19. Travelers who may have been exposed are advised to contact health authorities before seeking medical care. No cases have been reported in New Jersey yet, but the state has seen an increase in measles cases this year, with over 1,600 cases nationwide, mostly among unvaccinated individuals. Measles is highly contagious and can cause serious health complications.

via New Jersey Digest|

#exposure-warning #health #measles

business8 months ago•1 min saved

United Airlines Boosts Newark Workforce Amid Airport Improvements

United Airlines announced plans to add 2,500 new jobs at Newark Airport as part of its recovery efforts following spring air traffic control disruptions, with company executives praising staff for improving the airport's reputation and on-time performance.

via NJ.com|

#airline #business #hiring

transportation8 months ago•2 min saved

United Airlines Boosts Newark Operations Amid Turnaround and Expansion

United Airlines reports a successful operational turnaround at Newark Liberty International Airport, with improved on-time performance and increased flight capacity, following previous air traffic control issues and construction disruptions.

via CNN|

#air-traffic-control #flight-reliability #newark-airport