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JetBlue receives FAA approval to acquire Spirit's LaGuardia slots
JetBlue Airways secured final FAA authorization to purchase 22 takeoff and landing slots at New York's LaGuardia Airport from Spirit Airlines for $58.5 million. The approval includes a prohibition on leasing the slots until April 2028 and a temporary usage waiver until April 2027. The slots were won in a bankruptcy auction after Spirit ceased operations in May 2026. JetBlue aims to expand its presence in the high‑yield Manhattan market.
Why it matters
Investors will watch how quickly JetBlue integrates the slots and whether the added New York capacity accelerates revenue recovery, according to the material.
Key facts
- 1JetBlue paid $58.5 million for the 22 LaGuardia slots. investing.com
- 2The transaction involves 22 takeoff and landing slots at LaGuardia Airport. investing.com
- 3JetBlue is prohibited from leasing or trading the slots until after April 2028. investing.com
- 4The FAA granted a temporary usage waiver for the slots through April 2027. investing.com
Summary written by AlphAI from 2 of 2 sources. Not investment advice. Figures are as stated by the linked sources.