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FAA forges ahead with auction of takeoff, landing slots at area airports

The government said it will proceed with a controversial plan to auction some takeoff and landing slots at New York's three major airports in an effort to alleviate congestion and provide access to a small number of new airlines.

The Federal Aviation Administration's plan, announced Thursday, is bitterly opposed by the airlines. The Air Transport Association, which represents the major carriers,...

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