The FAA is slowing air traffic into Newark Airport as a result of staffing shortages the day before the peak Thanksgiving travel begins, according to the FAA website. The ground delay program at Newark is in effect until 1 a.

You’ve done everything by the book — got to the airport hours before departure, followed TSA guidelines about what can’t be put in carry bags, even remembered to wear slip-on shoes to make the getaway to the gate faster.

United Airlines said a shortage of air traffic controllers is impacting its business and people's travel plans in what is expected to be a record-shattering Thanksgiving travel week.

FAA administrator Michael Whitaker said there could be flight delays during the Thanksgiving holiday week due to air traffic controller shortages.

The Federal Aviation Administration might need to slow down air traffic during the busiest holiday travel times because of staffing shortages with air traffic controllers, particularly in the Northeast.

The FAA is planning for possible ground stops or delays at the New York City metro area’s three largest airports, according to the FAA website. Ground stops or delays are possible at Newark Liberty, John F.

Ground stops and delays are possible at New York City-area airports on Tuesday amid the peak of Thanksgiving travel, according to the FAA. The stops could be called after 10 a.m. at LaGuardia Airport,

It is no secret the week of Thanksgiving is among the busiest for U.S. airports. The FAA said it is implementing measures to keep air traffic functioning, but such measures could delay flights.