Fragilitatea rețelelor subterane paralizează aviația. Un cablu tăiat a blocat aeroporturile din SUA • Newsweek România

A cut fiber optic cable disrupted air traffic control systems on the East Coast of the U.S., causing significant flight delays and cancellations. The FAA imposed ground restrictions at major airports, including JFK and LaGuardia, due to communication failures. The incident occurred during a construction project in New Jersey, affecting over 600 flights. A backup line is expected to be operational soon, but the timeline for lifting restrictions remains unclear. This incident highlights the vulnerability of underground networks and the ongoing issues within the air traffic system, prompting calls for modernization and increased staffing.