Newark Airport Flights Halted After Control Tower Evacuated Due to Burning Smell
Newark Liberty International Airport experienced flight disruptions and a ground stop after air traffic controllers evacuated the control tower due to a burning smell from an elevator, though no fire was confirmed. Flights were halted following the evacuation.
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Newark Airport flights halted after air traffic control tower evacuated for ‘burning smell’
The exact cause of the odor remained unclear, though the agency confirmed no fire had occurred
By Independent Reporters
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Newark Liberty International Airport experienced flight disruptions Monday morning after air traffic controllers evacuated the control tower due to a burning smell from an elevator. The FAA confirmed no fire, with controllers temporarily relocating to a backup facility. Flights resumed and the ground stop was lifted by 8:30 am, following the swift resolution of the issue.
By TOI World Desk
Read full article →What's happening at Newark Airport? Flight operations suspended, control tower evacuated
Newark Liberty International Airport's air traffic control tower is being evacuated due to smoke. Flights are paused with a ground stop in effect.
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