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Your Flight Delay Is Probably New York's Fault

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Chaos in the Skies: A Radar Blackout Incident

This chapter recounts a harrowing incident in air traffic control caused by a complete radar blackout, forcing controllers to rely on memory to guide two planes to safety. It delves into the technological failures and communication issues that emerged during this crisis, highlighting the effects on controller morale and the challenges impending due to staffing shortages during the busy Thanksgiving travel season.

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