The Federal Aviation Administration said on Tuesday it would require flight cuts at Newark, one of the main airports serving New York City, after it met with U.S. airlines to address congestion issues following a series of major disruptions.

The FAA has imposed new limits on one of America's busiest airports, hourly capping operations as travelers face continuing delay

The regulator said the reductions were needed to help reduce delays stemming from staffing challenges, technology outages and construction.