The FAA’s Command Center works around the clock to keep the system moving safely and efficiently. This year we took additional steps to keep things moving. The FAA had a productive meeting May 3 and 4 with around a dozen airlines, general aviation representatives and associations to find solutions to meet the growing demand in Florida. Participants said demand will continue to increase past 2019 levels.

• In the short-term, the FAA will share information more frequently about airspace events.
• The agency will also work with stakeholders to develop a playbook to keep aircraft moving safely when weather, space launches or other events constrain capacity.
• The FAA will increase the ability for airlines to keep aircraft moving during these events by using alternate routes and altitudes when possible.
• During the meeting, the FAA asked participants to share anticipated growth at destinations across the country so the agency can prepare to match demand.
• Because representatives said Florida operations will continue increasing past 2019 levels, the FAA will immediately increase the number of authorized staff at Jacksonville Center and evaluate other Florida facilities.
• The agency will continue meeting with all users of the Florida airspace, throughout the summer to continually improve the operational efficiency of the system.