Air traffic controllers told to keep working during shutdown
National Air Traffic Controllers Association tells its members that failing to report to work could cost them their job.
Air Traffic Controllers
Inside a training facility for air traffic controller
The FAA is assembling the next generation of air traffic controllers at an Oklahoma City training center in an effort to end its staffing shortage. Kris Van Cleave got an inside look.
FAA works to fix air traffic controller shortage
The FAA is confronting a shortage of about 3,000 air traffic controllers, with roughly 35% of trainees failing to complete the agency's three-month training program.
How air traffic controllers are trained
The U.S. is short about 3,000 air traffic controllers. The FAA staffing issues have contributed to travel delays at major airports this summer. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave gives a look at the training for air traffic controllers, which takes two-to-three years to complete.
Pilots train for air traffic control outages
Outages have hit air traffic control facilities around the country over the last few months. Kris Van Cleave reports on how pilots are training to respond to them.
Inside how pilots, airlines train for air traffic control disruptions
CBS News got an up-close look at a pilot's training inside a 737 Max simulator amid a renewed focus on the U.S.' aging air traffic control system.
FAA reducing Newark flights
The Federal Aviation Administration is capping the number of flights in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport as it combats staffing woes and traffic control technology mishaps. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
More airport traffic control outages
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a fourth system outage reported in the past month at Newark Liberty International Airport's air traffic control center. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave has more.
Inside ATC facility, Duffy on FAA systems
CBS News obtained exclusive video inside an air traffic control facility in Philadelphia during a recent outage. The facility handles flights coming in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport. Meanwhile, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told a Senate committee on Thursday that the Federal Aviation Administration has turned to 3D printers and eBay to replace and purchase broken or outdated equipment. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave has more details.
Newark tower blackout caught on video
CBS News obtained exclusive video from inside the control center at Newark's airport during last week's outage. Kris Van Cleave reports on what went wrong.
Video shows ATC facility during outage
An exclusive video obtained by CBS News shows what it was like inside the air traffic control facility that handles flights in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport during the brief outage that occurred on May 9. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports.
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Video shows outage at air traffic control facility that handles Newark flights
An exclusive video obtained by CBS News shows inside the problem-plagued air traffic control facility that handles flights in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport during a brief outage on May 9.
Undisclosed air traffic control outages revealed
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy revealed during a congressional hearing that there were more previously undisclosed outages involving air traffic control systems at Newark airport. Kris Van Cleave has details.
More delays at Newark airport after outage
Another air traffic control equipment outage at Newark airport triggered delays Monday even as systems responded properly. Kris Van Cleave has more.
More equipment outages at Newark airport
There have been more traffic equipment outages at Newark Liberty International Airport that continue causing delays and cancellations. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
Newark Airport suffers third system outage in less than 2 weeks
Yet another equipment outage at Newark Liberty International Airport caused a ground stop and widespread delays on Sunday.
Radar blackout hits Newark airport again
For the second time in two weeks, the radar screens that air traffic controllers use to guide planes into Newark airport went dark without warning. The screens are part of a Philadelphia-based system that controls Newark-bound planes on final approach. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Newark radar screens go dark again
The Federal Aviation Administration says radar screens briefly went dark again at Newark Liberty International Airport. This comes as the New Jersey hub deals with major delays and cancellations after technical difficulties. Todd Yeary, a former air traffic controller, joins CBS News with more.
Plans to fix air traffic control system
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy speaks to "CBS Mornings" about plans to overhaul the air traffic control system in the U.S. On Thursday, Duffy promised new software, updated equipment and new air traffic control centers. It comes as massive delays and cancellations at Newark Liberty Airport raise concerns.
Overhaul planned for air traffic control system
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy called for a complete rebuild of the nation's air traffic control system, some of which is using 50-year-old technology. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Inside air traffic control revamp plan
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy unveiled a multi-billion dollar plan to modernize America's air traffic control systems on Thursday. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the details.
Reporter's Notebook: When a copper wire fails
A single aging copper wire knocked out Newark airport's air traffic control system for 90 seconds. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explores what the moment reveals about U.S. governance.
Breaking down air traffic control issues
Another staffing trigger was issued at Newark International Airport as the FAA grapples with a dayslong air traffic control manpower shortage and the fallout from a radar equipment failure. Robert Sumwalt, former NTSB chair and CBS News aviation safety analyst, joins to discuss.
What's causing Newark's airport delays?
One of the busiest airports in the U.S., Newark Liberty International Airport, is still experiencing delays and flight cancellations. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave and Robert Sumwalt analyze the situation.
Behind air traffic control chaos at Newark
Just as air travel season is ramping up, there is a shortage of air traffic controllers at a key U.S. hub. Newark Liberty International has been dealing with disruptions and longer wait times for more than a week. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Senate rejects funding bills again as government shutdown continues into second week
The government shutdown stretched into its sixth day on Monday with no signs of an imminent resolution.
Illinois, Chicago sue to block Trump deployment of National Guard
The state of Illinois and city of Chicago are suing the Trump administration over their plans to deploy the National Guard.
Israel and Hamas begin indirect Gaza ceasefire talks in Egypt
President Trump wants Israeli and Hamas negotiators to "move fast" in new talks aimed at securing a ceasefire in the Gaza war, spurred by his 20-point plan.
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Illegal crossings at U.S.-Mexico border plummet to lowest annual level since 1970
Unlawful crossings on the southern border have hit a 55-year low, according to figures obtained by CBS News — as President Trump cracks down on illegal immigration.
U.S. to take ownership stake in Trilogy Metals, which has Alaskan mining claims
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said the "ownership in that company will benefit the American people."
Ex-NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez charged with felony over violent altercation
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following a violent altercation over the weekend.
Air traffic controllers told to keep working during government shutdown
National Air Traffic Controllers Association tells its members that failing to report to work could cost them their job.
FBI analyzed some Republican lawmakers' phone records as part of Trump Jan. 6 probe
The FBI in 2023 analyzed phone records of more than a half dozen Republican lawmakers as part of an investigation into efforts by President Trump to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election, GOP senators say.
Costco now sells Ozempic and Wegovy at its pharmacies
A one-month supply of Ozempic and Wegovy will now cost $499 out of pocket for Costco shoppers.