Summary
A video shows many planes lined up at Newark International Airport in New Jersey. The airport is closed from November 10 until December 31 due to a federal government shutdown affecting staffing levels, causing flight delays and cancellations across the U.S.
Key Facts
- Many planes were seen waiting on a runway at Newark International Airport.
- The footage was shared by @Breaking911, a social media account with over 1.2 million followers.
- A flight tracking website showed about 40 planes lined up at the airport.
- Newark Airport is closed from November 10 until December 31.
- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) provided the closure dates.
- Flight cancellations and delays are due to reduced staffing from a government shutdown.
- The FAA reduced air traffic at 40 airports nationwide to manage the situation.
- Many flights have been canceled over the recent weekend.
