NEW YORK— A JetBlue Airways (B6) flight arriving from Kingston, Jamaica (KIN), experienced a tense few moments in the skies over New York (JFK) on April 12, 2025 as it was forced into multiple go-arounds due to air traffic spacing, ultimately prompting the crew to declare minimum fuel.
The incident highlights a delicate balance between air traffic control efficiency and airline fuel management, especially during busy arrival periods.
Photo: By Anna Zvereva from Tallinn, Estonia – JetBlue Airways, N946JL, Airbus A321-231, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=41996034JetBlue Pilots Yell at ATC
JetBlue Flight B61060, operating an Airbus A321 aircraft, departed Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) at 09:53 EST on Saturday, April 12, bound for John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
The scheduled flight time was approximately four hours, but the aircraft landed at 02:47 EDT, 35 minutes later than expected. The total flight duration was 4 hours and 16 minutes.
The situation became critical as the flight approached JFK. According to cockpit communication audio, the flight was directed to go around twice due to arrival spacing issues. The crew, clearly frustrated, reminded ATC that this was the second time they had been redirected.
Hey, man, this is the second time we’ve gone around for spacing. We’re declaring minimal fuel right now.”
Pilot, JetBlue Flight B61060
The controller responded with understanding and worked to expedite the aircraft’s reentry into the approach pattern: “Maintain 210 knots. We’ll get you back in as soon as possible.”
Despite the pressure, both the flight crew and air traffic control remained professional. The pilot apologised after expressing frustration, saying, “We don’t have much gas left here, and I was just frustrated. I’m sorry.” To which the controller calmly replied, “No, it’s no problem… I understand.”
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JetBlue Flight B61060 eventually landed safely at New York JFK. There were no injuries reported, and the airline has not issued a formal statement regarding the incident. Declaring “minimum fuel” does not equate to an emergency, but it does mean the aircraft cannot accept further delays and must land as soon as safely possible.
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The incident underscores the delicate balance between air traffic control efficiency and airline fuel management, especially during busy arrival periods. Thanks to effective communication between the flight crew and controllers, the situation was resolved without further escalation.
JetBlue (B6) continues to uphold a strong safety record, and passengers aboard Flight B61060 deplaned without further issue.
Photo: By Alan Wilson – Boeing 737-932ER(w) 'N804DN’ Delta, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=33925292Similar Incident
Delta Air Lines flight DL576 experienced a critical pressurization emergency on April 7, 2025, triggering a tense exchange between pilots and Mexico City International Airport air traffic controllers. The Boeing 737-800 aircraft struggled to climb above 10,000 feet after departing for Atlanta, creating an urgent safety situation.
Communication deteriorated as Delta pilots worked through emergency checklists while simultaneously requesting vectors to avoid mountainous terrain. Mexico City Airport’s high elevation of 7,300 feet significantly complicated the emergency, leaving minimal vertical clearance for the troubled aircraft.
The pilots declared an emergency and requested “vectors back to the airfield” but created confusion when they clarified they weren’t ready to return immediately. Controllers repeatedly attempted to direct the aircraft back for landing while pilots insisted on completing critical safety procedures first.
Flight DL576, operated by a 24-year-old Boeing 737-800 with registration N399DA, departed at 12:27 PM local time before immediately encountering the pressurization failure that prevented it from reaching normal cruising altitude. The incident exposed potentially dangerous communication challenges during time-sensitive aviation emergencies.
The miscommunication centered on differing priorities – controllers focused on expediting the aircraft’s return while pilots needed time to stabilize the aircraft and navigate safely around hazardous terrain.
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JetBlue Pilot Calls New York JFK ATC to Do His Job Properly
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