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FAA approves JetBlue’s $58.5 million purchase of 22 LaGuardia slots from Spirit debtors

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The FAA approved the transfer of 22 LaGuardia slots from Spirit Airlines’ debtors to JetBlue for $58.5 million after considering public comments. The approval clears the way for JetBlue to expand its position at the capacity-constrained New York airport.

Discovered 2026-10-06T14:20:06.564418-07:00 | 2026-10-06T14:20:06.564418-07:00

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  • The deal shifts 22 scarce LaGuardia slots to JetBlue for $58.5 million, giving the carrier additional access at a capacity-constrained airport.
  • The approval follows the FAA’s earlier tentative support for the slot sale; the agency says it considered public comments before approving the transfer.

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