ATC Goes Dark at Newark – What Pilots Did During the 90-Second Blackout

For 90 seconds, one of the busiest airports in the country went radio silent. No radar. No communication. Just pilots doing their best to stay safe in the dark.

In this episode, Captain Steeeve breaks down what happened during the shocking ATC failure at Newark Liberty International Airport. What do pilots do when they suddenly lose contact with the tower? How are planes kept apart when radar goes down? And what are the real risks during a situation like this?

Join us as we walk through the incident, listen to real audio, and hear from a professional pilot who’s trained for moments just like this.

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