By lowering the number of flights, we can ensure the ones that are kept, they do actually take off and they do actually land. This authority hasn't been used in over 20 years. As I've stated publicly, if Congress approves our plan, the President's plan to build a brand new air traffic control system, work at Newark is going to be a priority. (09:58–10:02)
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Asserts that the authority to convene a delay reduction meeting hasn't been used in over 20 years.
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