Major U.S. airlines, including Southwest, formally requested the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on April 30, 2025, to extend cuts to minimum flight requirements at congested New York City-area airports through October 2027.
The request cites severe air traffic controller staffing shortages as the primary reason for needing continued waivers. The FAA has previously issued a series of such waivers to address staffing issues at JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark airports, as well as Reagan Washington National airport.
Airlines for America, a trade group representing the carriers, stated that 'inadequate staffing will remain an immediate critical impediment to the efficient management of the NYC airspace.' This extension is crucial for airlines to manage capacity and maintain operational stability in these key markets.
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