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A recent filing by the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) has unveiled the flight schedules for beyond-perimeter flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. These slots were awarded to five airlines in December 2024, namely Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines.
The DOT's filing on January 8 detailed that these airlines will operate flights between 08:00 and 21:00 Eastern Standard Time (EST). The Department stated, "In assigning these times, the Department is adhering to the statutory requirements of [specific regulatory provisions], and also seeking to ensure that the new operations are conducted in a manner consistent with the benefits assessed by the Department for each proposal."
However, it was noted that these times indicate only the hourly periods during which slot exemptions must be operated but not precise arrival and departure times. Further consultations between airlines and the Federal Aviation Administration’s Slot Administration Office may be necessary before launching services.
