Federal Register #2026-12589

FAA Extension of Operating Limitations at Newark Liberty International Airport

This notice from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) addresses operational management at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Slot Administration and Capacity Analysis, FAA ATO System Operations Services - No Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or commercial vendors are referenced, as this is not a procurement action - Products/Services Requested: - Extension of operating limitations at EWR - Limits scheduled aircraft operations to 36 arrivals and 36 departures per hour (72 total) - Applies to all U.S. air carriers operating scheduled flights at EWR - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Order is intended to address ongoing air traffic controller staffing deficiencies - Carriers must obtain written approval for schedule changes - Unscheduled operations (cargo, charter) managed on a first-come, first-served basis - Penalties are outlined for exceeding operational limits - Priority given to historic flight timings - No products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are listed, as this is a regulatory action rather than a procurement

Description

This notice announces the extension of the order limiting the number of scheduled aircraft operations at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). The extension is effective from October 25, 2026, through October 30, 2027, maintaining the limit at 36 arrivals and 36 departures per hour, or 72 total hourly operations. The extension addresses continued staffing deficiencies of certified professional controllers at EWR and aims to ensure safe and efficient airport operations. The FAA will continue to manage scheduling and accommodate unscheduled operations on a first-come, first-served basis.

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