Flight Delays Widespread at Newark Airport Amid FAA Equipment Outage

Flights at Newark Liberty International Airport experienced significant delays on Monday due to an FAA equipment outage, prompting a ground stop for arrivals and halting departures. Departures were delayed by up to two hours or more, while arrivals faced shorter delays averaging 15 to 30 minutes. Some airborne flights were placed in holding patterns or diverted, with flight tracking services showing planes circling the area and at least one United Airlines flight preparing for an emergency landing. Passengers were advised to check with airlines for the latest flight status updates, as there was no immediate estimate for when the issue would be resolved. The specific nature of the equipment problem was not disclosed, and the FAA was working to address the outage. The disruption caused mounting delays across the region, affecting both incoming and outgoing flights.