The Federal Aviation Administration says it's taking immediate steps to alleviate the delays at Newark Liberty International Airport​ that began more than a week ago​.

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

Newark Airport passengers on Wednesday got a brief respite from the ongoing flight delays and cancellations that have been plaguing the airport in recent days. However, that break appears to be over.