The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced a series of drastic flight cuts at Newark Liberty International Airport in response to significant air traffic control challenges. Following multiple outages and a shortage of air traffic controllers, the FAA is capping flights at Newark, limiting the arrival and departure rate to 56 planes per hour. The issues have been compounded by a vintage air traffic system and ongoing technical failures, leading to chaotic conditions and near misses. As travel woes persist, the FAA has imposed flight restrictions expected to last into the summer months. This comes as Newark airport has seen a notable decrease in passenger numbers compared to previous years. The situation highlights a pressing need for innovation and improvements in the aviation system to enhance air travel safety and efficiency.