United Airlines Inc. has threatened to terminate service to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York City in October if the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) does not grant the airline more flights, according to Reuters.
CEO Scott Kirby wrote to Acting FAA Administrator Billy Nolen to request additional capacity at JFK, according to an email sent to employees on Sept. 6 and viewed by Reuters.
The New York City airport is the largest hub for international flights in and out of North America and the 13th busiest airport in the United States, the New York Post reported.
United has been flying just two flights a day to San Francisco and Los Angeles from JFK after resuming service in 2021 during the pandemic….