United Airlines executives are trying to reassure their customers it is safe to fly at Newark Liberty International Airport​, despite all the recent problems.

Over the past two weeks, several equipment outages at the Philadelphia-based air traffic control center that guides planes to and from Newark Liberty International Airport, have raised questions on just how safe it is to fly at one of the nation’s busiest airports.

Technology and staffing problems have plagued the airport, one of the nation’s busiest hubs. Officials say they are trying to resolve the issues, but concerns remain.

Staff shortages and equipment failures at Newark Liberty International Airport have raised safety concerns in recent weeks.

With summer travel season approaching, the crisis at the New Jersey airport could mean weeks, if not months, of misery for travelers.

Newark airport's been plagued with issues that have travelers like me concerned about safety. It's not dangerous, but delays are a bigger concern.

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby reassured customers that Newark Airport is "absolutely safe" for travel in an email sent on Monday. Newark Airport, a major United travel hub, has experienced issues with equipment failures and short staffing,

The Federal Aviation Administration is considering temporary flight reductions in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport, and it's launching a safety task force.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said he has a plan to upgrade old air traffic control tech but warned more flight disruptions could come first.

The hub is located in Egg Harbor Township, and is comprised of Atlantic City International Airport, the FAA’s William J. Hughes Technical Center for Advanced Aerospace, and the National Aerospace Research and Technology Park, the aviation park that was established by the Levinson administration with the first building opened in 2019.